Cultural Authority

Use archive material

In the State Archives you can view documents from authorities, institutions and important personalities that go back far into Hamburg's history. Here's how to access these documents.

Detailed description

You can research online or on site which documents you currently have access to in the state archives. You can order these and view them in the reading room. You can request digital reproductions or (certified) copies from a service provider for a fee. If you have any questions about research, a free consultation service is available by telephone or on site. Research by the State Archives is subject to a fee.

 

Information

Prerequisites

Before visiting the State Archives, you should find out more about how to use the State Archives on the website and, if necessary, contact the advisory service. In any case, you must order the desired documents well in advance. You can then visit the state archives without registering. Digital reproductions or copies will be sent to you upon request. If documents are still protected, you must submit an application to shorten the protection period well in advance.

Documents required

application for use; Order forms for archive material and library material; If necessary, orders for reproductions and copies; If necessary, application for a shortening of the protection period

Please note

No

Deadlines

No

Procedure

You can prepare your visit to the reading room of the State Archives:

Processing time

No

Fees

Viewing is free of charge. However, there are some services for which fees are charged. The current fee schedule can be found on the State Archives website.

Legal remedies

omitted

Legal basis

Hamburg Archives Act (HmbArchG)

Address and contact information

Cultural Authority

State Archives


You can research online or on site which documents you currently have access to in the state archives. You can order these and view them in the reading room. You can request digital reproductions or (certified) copies from a service provider for a fee. If you have any questions about research, a free consultation service is available by telephone or on site. Research by the State Archives is subject to a fee.

Reading room: Monday to Tuesday: 12:00 to 18:00 Wednesday to Thursday: 10:00 to 18:00 Friday: 10:00 to 16:00 Advice service: Monday to Tuesday: 12:00 to 14:00 (personal and telephone advice) Wednesday to Friday: 10:00 to 12:00 (personal and telephone advice), 13:00 to 15:00 (telephone advice)

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Keywords: Archives inspector, FAMI Archives clerkship Studies, State Archives

Last updated: 10.09.2026