AutoTyp

Guide

Find the Typenschein: field 24 in the Swiss vehicle registration document

How to find the Typenschein or Swiss type approval value in the vehicle registration document.

In brief

The value is usually in field 24. The field is not labelled Typenschein; it is labelled Typengenehmigung, Réception par type and Approvazione del tipo.

Swiss vehicle registration document with field 24 type approval highlighted
Example: field 24 in the Swiss vehicle registration documentThe type approval value is shown in field 24, highlighted here with the example value 1VB752.

How to use AutoTyp

Check field 24 and read the code shown there.

Why it matters for vehicle data

Enter the code in AutoTyp search, for example 1AA101 or 1VB752.

Limits and legal effect

AutoTyp does not provide VIN, license plate or owner lookup.

FAQ

Is AutoTyp data legally binding?

No. AutoTyp uses available Swiss vehicle type data, but it is not an official government service.

Does AutoTyp show owner data?

No. AutoTyp does not provide owner, license plate or VIN lookup.

Can I calculate vehicle tax with it?

For supported cantons, AutoTyp can show a non-binding estimate. The canton invoice remains binding.

Related pages

Typenschein in Switzerland: meaning, use and vehicle dataSwiss type approval: the vehicle type value in the registration documentSwiss vehicle registration document: fields for type approval and taxSearchVehicle taxBrandsData SourcesFAQ