Schleswig-Holstein
Kiel: do you need an emissions sticker?
You do not need a green emissions sticker in Kiel. The city has no low-emission zone.
Check other cities on your routeNo green sticker is needed for normal access to the port. If you stop in Bremen along the way, check its zone separately.
Which vehicles do the rules apply to?
We check your registration documents to see whether your vehicle qualifies for a green sticker. Your vehicle must also meet any local entry requirements.
| Vehicle | Sticker | Entry conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Passenger cars | Green sticker | Display a green sticker on the windscreen. |
| Vans | Green sticker | Display a green sticker on the windscreen. |
| Lorries | Green sticker | Display a green sticker on the windscreen. |
| Motorhomes | Green sticker | Display a green sticker on the windscreen. |
| Buses and coaches | Green sticker | Display a green sticker on the windscreen. |
| Electric vehicles / hybrids | Green sticker | Display a green sticker or a blue E sticker on the windscreen. |
| Motorcycles / mopedsTwo- and three-wheeled motor vehicles | Not required | Exempt under Annex 3 to the 35th BImSchV. |
Frequently asked questions
Does this also apply to foreign-registered cars?
Yes. You do not need a green emissions sticker in Kiel. The city has no low-emission zone.
Could I need a sticker elsewhere on my trip?
No green sticker is needed for normal access to the port. If you stop in Bremen along the way, check its zone separately.
Other cities in the same federal state
Related cities and guides
← All cities and the low-emission zone map
Sources and updates
Information last checked: .
Aktualizováno
Based on the UBA zone register, the relevant local authority’s guidance and the legislation linked below. Local details follow the source package checked on 25 October 2026; key national rules and zone status were checked again on 28 October 2026.