registreringsnúmer

registreringsnummer is a Swedish term that translates to "registration number" in English. It is a unique alphanumeric identifier assigned to vehicles registered in Sweden. These numbers are crucial for vehicle identification, ownership tracking, and administrative purposes within the Swedish transport system.

The format of a Swedish vehicle registration number typically consists of three letters followed by two letters and one digit, or three letters followed by one letter and two digits. For example, a common format might be ABC 123 or XYZ 456. The specific arrangement can vary slightly based on the type of vehicle and when it was registered.

The Swedish Transport Agency, Transportstyrelsen, is responsible for issuing and managing all vehicle registration numbers. Each registration number is linked to a specific vehicle and its owner in a national database. This database contains information such as the vehicle's make, model, year of manufacture, and ownership details.

registreringsnummer plays a vital role in various aspects of vehicle operation and regulation. It is used for toll collection, parking enforcement, traffic violation notices, and insurance purposes. When a vehicle is sold or transferred, the registration number remains with the vehicle, although the ownership details are updated in the registry. The system ensures accountability and traceability for all registered vehicles operating on Swedish roads.