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Geburtsurkunde beantragen

Birth Certificate Request

Easy ~5 min BirthCertificateVital Records

/ What is this form?

The Geburtsurkunde (birth certificate) is issued by the Standesamt (civil registry office) of the municipality where the birth took place. It is a fundamental document required for Kindergeld applications, passport applications, school enrollment, marriage certificates, and many other official purposes.

Copies can be ordered at any time — the Standesamt keeps records permanently. Requests can usually be made by post, online, or in person. You typically receive the certificate within 1–2 weeks.

For use in other countries, a certified translation or an Apostille (official authentication stamp) may be required.

/ Who needs this form?

  • Parents registering a newborn (done at hospital or by parents within 1 week of birth)
  • Anyone needing a replacement copy of their birth certificate
  • Adults needing their own birth certificate for official applications (passport, marriage, Kindergeld)
  • Anyone applying for documents abroad that require a birth certificate

/ What you need before you start

Personal ID of the applicant
Full name, date, and place of birth
Parents' full names (if requesting for someone else or for Standesamt search)
Fee: €12–15 per copy

/ Step-by-step guide

1 Identify the Correct Standesamt
Contact the Standesamt of the city where the birth was registered — this is where the birth took place, not where you currently live.
2 Request by Post, Online, or In Person
Many Standesämter accept postal or online requests. Fill in the request form with the birth date, full name, and parents' names.
3 Provide ID
Attach a copy of your ID (or the ID of the person you're requesting for).
4 Pay the Fee
Pay €12–15 per copy. Some Standesämter accept online payment; others require a bank transfer.
5 Receive by Post
The certificate is sent by post. Processing typically takes 1–2 weeks.

/ Key fields explained

Field What to enter Common mistake
Standesamt der Geburt The name of the city or municipality where the birth took place and was registered. Contacting the Standesamt of your current city of residence instead of the city where you were born.

/ Common mistakes to avoid

Requesting from the wrong Standesamt — always use the Standesamt of the birth city.
Ordering only one copy when multiple are needed simultaneously.
Not knowing that hospitals automatically notify the Standesamt — parents don't need to register separately.

/ Frequently asked questions

Can I order online?

Many Standesämter accept online or postal requests. Check the website of the Standesamt of your birth city. Large cities like Berlin and Munich have dedicated online portals.