Instructions according to § 43 Infection Protection Act

• You are registered in Hamburg or
• Your place of work is in Hamburg (written proof from the employer is required)

Identity card or passport with confirmation of registration.

• Adolescents under the age of 16: declaration of consent from parents or legal guardians;
• School internships: an internship certificate from the school
• if you live outside of Hamburg: written proof from your employer

The district office Eimsbüttel is responsible for all districts in Hamburg.

Personal appearance is required in any case.

Individuals have the option of booking an appointment online for initial instruction in accordance with Section 43 of the Infection Protection Act (see above: "Book an appointment" button).
For group bookings, contact by email (see contact details) is required.

You also have the option of having the instruction carried out by a resident doctor (no exemption from fees). If you want to accept this offer, please make an appointment with the respective medical practice (see forms and downloads).

All people who work with food of animal origin and in communal catering facilities require instruction in accordance with Section 43 of the Infection Protection Act (formerly a health certificate). The certificate from the health department is valid for life. People who work with food must be instructed by their employer on the first working day and then regularly every 2 years about hygiene regulations. When changing jobs, the instruction certificate must be presented to the new employer.

Persons who have not yet reached the age of 16 must bring either a legal guardian or another authorized person of legal age to this instruction. This person must identify themselves with a power of attorney and personal document on the day of the instruction.
In the case of persons who have not yet reached the age of 18, a written declaration in accordance with § 43 IfSG must be submitted by the persons with custody on the day of the instruction.