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E / e

E / e mark (vehicle type approval)

The mandatory type-approval marking for vehicles and components under the UN ECE framework and in the EU. The circled E is issued by type-approval authorities of 1958 Agreement contracting parties; the boxed e belongs to the EU whole-vehicle type-approval system. The number identifies the issuing country.

Issued by
National type-approval authorities (for example KBA, RDW, VCA)
Assessment route
Type approval
How it is obtained
Complete testing against the applicable UN regulations, submit the technical file and conformity-of-production (COP) arrangements, and undergo factory assessment. In-scope vehicle types also need CSMS / SUMS evidence.
Marking rules
The digit inside the mark is the issuing country code, followed by the approval number. It must not be self-affixed or altered. Marking form and placement differ between components and whole vehicles.
Validity and upkeep
Approvals do not expire on a fixed schedule, but amendment series, design changes or failed COP audits require extension or re-approval.

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Applies to product lines

Last verified
2026-08-19
Version
v1
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