Printout from the birth register

A certified printout from the birth register (previously the birth register) shows all the data that the registry office has entered in connection with the birth. You will receive the certificate, including any marginal notes, either as a new printout...

A certified printout from the birth register (previously the birth register) shows all the data that the registry office has entered in connection with the birth. You will receive the certificate, including any marginal notes, either as a

new printout from the electronic register (if already kept at your registry office) or
Copy or verbatim transcript of the birth entry from the birth register.

In addition to birth information (including time of birth and additional parental information), the printout also includes subsequent changes such as adoption or name change.
If you wish, the registry office may also inform you of the exact time (hour and minute) of your birth without having to issue a certificate.

Request for a certificate

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Important notes

Prerequisites

The personal data of the register of civil status are subject to data protection. Certified register printouts can therefore only be issued

for persons to whom the entry relates

As well as their

spouse,
Life partner (in the sense of the LPartG),
ancestors and descendants (e.g. children and grandchildren),
Siblings if they can demonstrate a legitimate interest.

Other people, including close relatives such as aunts and uncles, only receive a certificate if they can credibly demonstrate a legal interest (examples: letter from the probate court, court judgment or enforceable title).
Applicants must be at least 16 years old.

Documents required

Identity card or passport (if ordered in writing: certified copy)
When applying for / picking up by a representative: written authorization from the authorized person, their ID
if applicable, proof of legal interest

Please note

The certified printout from the birth register replaces the earlier certificate of descent (abolished on January 1st, 2009).

Procedure & Fees

Procedure

Personal application
· Visit the registry office that registered the birth.
· For legitimation, present your identity card or passport.
· You usually pay the fee in advance when applying at the registry office.
A person you trust can order and pick up the certificate for you. Your representative will present their own identity card or passport in addition to a written power of attorney.
Application by post or fax
· Send an informal letter to the relevant registry office asking them to issue a certified printout of the birth register. Depending on what the city or municipality offers, you can also find application forms on the Internet.
Your letter must contain the following information:
o last name, first name
o Date and place of birth
o Surname, first name of parents
o if known: registry office and certification number
· Enclose a certified copy of your identity card or passport with the letter
· You will receive a notification of fees when the certificate is sent to you.

Processing time

In the case of a personal interview, the certificate will be handed over immediately.

Fees

Certified printout from the birth register (first copy): 10.00 euros

if additional copies are requested at the same time: EUR 5.00 each

Exhibition for statutory pension insurance: free of charge

Legal notes

Legal basis

§ 55 paragraph 1 number 4 Personal Status Act (PStG)

§ 62 Civil Status Act (PStG)