What is "fe-schrift"

The or (forgery-impeding typeface) is a typeface introduced for use on license plates. Its monospaced letters and numbers are slightly disproportionate to prevent easy modification and to improve machine readability. It has been developed in Germany where it has been mandatory since November 2000.

The abbreviation "FE" is derived from the compound German adjective "" combining the noun "" (falsification) and the verb "" (to hinder). Other countries have later introduced the same or a derived typeface for license plates taking advantage of the proven design for the FE-Schrift.