Apply for a birth certificate if you were born abroad or in a former German territory
The birth certificate proves a person's birth, their first and last names and the details of their parents. You can get a birth certificate based on an existing birth register. If the place of birth is outside the Federal Republic of Germany, the birth can...
The birth certificate proves a person's birth, their first and last names and the details of their parents. You can get a birth certificate based on an existing birth register. If the place of birth is outside the Federal Republic of Germany, the birth can be registered at the registry office I in Berlin.
Important notes
Prerequisites
Civil status documents contain personal data, which is why their issuance is subject to data protection restrictions.
- Eligible applicants (minimum age: 16 years):
- the person to whom the birth certificate relates
- the spouse or life partner (within the meaning of the Act on Registered Life Partnerships)
- Ancestors and descendants of the data subject
- Siblings with Legitimate Interest
- Other people, including close relatives such as aunts and uncles, only receive a certificate if they can substantiate a legal interest (e.g. through a letter from the probate court).
Documents required
To apply for a birth certificate you will need:
- if the application is submitted by a representative:
- written power of attorney of the authorized person,
- their identity card or passport (original or certified copy)
- and the identity card or passport of the person represented
- certain persons must also demonstrate a legal or legitimate interest.
Please note
There are no hints or special features.
Deadlines
none
Procedure & Fees
Procedure
- In principle, a certificate can also be applied for in analog form, but to speed up the processing process, it is strongly recommended to use the online application.
- In addition to yourself, a person you trust may also order the certificate for you. A written power of attorney is required for this.
- You will receive a notification of fees when the certificate is sent to you
Processing time
no
Fees
Fees are charged for the issuance of a birth certificate in accordance with Berlin state law. A certificate currently costs EUR 12.00, each additional certificate of the same type ordered at the same time costs EUR 6.00.
Legal notes
Legal remedies
If the issuance of the certificate is refused, an application for an order can be submitted to the district court of Schöneberg in Berlin. The objection procedure is only possible with regard to the notification of fees.
Legal basis
- § 55 paragraph 1 number 4 Personal Status Act (PStG)
http://§ 55 Paragraph 1 Number 4 Civil Status Act (PStG) - § 59 Civil Status Act (PStG)
http://§ 59 Personal Status Act (PStG) - § 62 Civil Status Act (PStG)
http://§ 62 Civil Status Act (PStG)
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Last updated: 12.05.2024