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Apply for No-Stopping Zone in Frankfurt

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Updated: 2026-01-28 12:00

Applying for a no-stopping zone in Frankfurt am Main requires submitting your application to the Strassenverkehrsamt (road traffic office). The official fee is EUR 45 for up to one week. Processing takes up to 2 weeks.

Application Process

The Strassenverkehrsamt Frankfurt am Main handles all temporary no-stopping zones. You can submit your application in two ways:

  1. Written application to the Strassenverkehrsamt (form available on the city website)
  2. Through a professional service with an annual permit

Tip: Professional services with annual permits can set up zones at very short notice, bypassing the standard processing time.

Contact details:

Strassenverkehrsamt Frankfurt am Main

Gutleutstrasse 191, 60327 Frankfurt am Main

Phone: +49 69 212 44734

Email: amt36.umzuege@stadt-frankfurt.de

Office hours: Tue-Thu 08:00-15:00

Traffic safety hotline: +49 69 212 36360

Required Documents

Prepare the following for your application:

  • Contact details (name, address, phone, email)
  • Date and time of your move
  • Exact location (street, house number)
  • Length of the no-stopping zone in metres
  • Sketch or site plan with justification

Important: Do not forget the sketch or site plan. Your application cannot be processed without these documents.

The application form is available on the City of Frankfurt website.

Processing Time

Processing at the Strassenverkehrsamt Frankfurt takes up to two weeks. Submit your application at least 14 days before your required date.

Key deadlines:

  • Application: At least 14 days before your required date
  • Sign installation: 72 hours (3 full calendar days) before the zone starts
  • Processing time: Up to 2 weeks

There is no express processing. For short-notice needs, a professional service with an annual permit can help.

Note: The Strassenverkehrsamt only issues the traffic order. You must organise the traffic signs separately. More about sign installation in the signs guide.

All information without guarantee. Binding information is only provided by the Strassenverkehrsamt Frankfurt am Main.

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to the most common questions about the process.

How long does processing take in Frankfurt?

Up to 2 weeks. Submit your application at least 14 days in advance.

What does applying cost?

The official fee is EUR 45 for up to one week. Rescheduling costs an additional 50%.

Where do I submit the application?

To the Strassenverkehrsamt Frankfurt am Main at Gutleutstrasse 191, 60327 Frankfurt am Main.

How early must I apply?

At least 14 days before your needed date, as processing takes up to 2 weeks.

Can I apply online?

No, Frankfurt requires a written application. Alternatively, use a professional service with an annual permit.

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