Regions codes on automobile numbers in Russia
Determine the region of registration of the car by code on the license plate. The full database of car codes of all constituent entities of the Russian Federation with the possibility of quick search.
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Regions codes on automobile numbers in Russia
Car numbers in Russia contain a special code of the region, which indicates a constituent entity of the Russian Federation, where the vehicle is registered. These codes are located on the right side of the license plate and consist of 2-3 digits.
What do the numbers on car numbers mean?
The regional code on the license plate performs the following functions:
- Identification of the region of registration of the vehicle
- Simplification of the work of the traffic police and other services
- Statistical accounting of vehicles by regions
- Quick definition of the "area" of the car
- Help in the search for vehicles
Examples of car codes
History of car codes in Russia
The system of regional codes on car numbers was introduced in Russia in 1993. Basic principles:
- Each subject of the Russian Federation is assigned certain codes
- When numbers are exhausted, additional codes are added
- Moscow and St. Petersburg have the largest number of codes
- Codes from 01 to 99 were used initially
- Three -digit codes (100+) appeared later
Where to find the region’s code on the license plate?
The region’s code is located in the right side of the car number, under the flag of the Russian Federation and the letters "RUS". The code consists of 2-3 digits and indicates a constituent entity of the Russian Federation, where the vehicle is registered.
Frequently asked questions
Why do some regions have many codes?
In large regions with a large number of cars, rooms with the main code are exhausted, so the traffic police introduces additional codes for the same region.
Is it possible to change the regional code on the number?
The region’s code is tied to the place of registration of the car. When changing the registration region, a number with the code of the new region is issued.
What do three -digit codes mean?
Three -digit codes (from 100 and above) are additional codes that are introduced when two -digit codes are exhausted in regions with a large number of cars.
Are all codes from 01 to 99 used?
No, not all two -digit codes are used. Some numbers are reserved or not assigned to the regions.
Where is the regional code on the room?
The region’s code is located on the right side of the license plate, under the Russian flag and the inscription "Rus", consists of 2-3 digits.