Registering the extension of a prostitution activity

Taking up an activity as a prostitute is only permitted if this activity has been registered. The validity of a registration is limited in time. The continuation of the activity as a prostitute is only permitted if the registration is extended.

In principle, the city or municipal administration of the place that is to form the focus of the activity as a prostitute is responsible. In individual cases, the district or another city or municipal administration may be responsible.

• 2 photographs
• Proof of health advice (maximum 3 months old)
• Passport, identity card, passport substitute or ID card substitute (residence permit)
• If applicable, work permit

Continuation of an activity as a prostitute even after the expiry of the validity of an existing registration certificate.

Objection and lawsuit.

Personal registration, if necessary by prior appointment. Personal consultation with the competent authority. If the conditions are met: Issue of a new registration certificate

The extension of an activity as a prostitute must take place before the expiry of the validity of the existing registration certificate.

Max. 5 working days

Consultation: 32 EUR
Issuance of the certificate of declaration: EUR 15 per certificate

Additional costs may be incurred for language mediation if the consultation cannot be conducted on German.

On request, a pseudonymised registration certificate (so-called alias name) can also be issued. The registration certificate (optionally the alias certificate) must be carried when working as a prostitute.

Persons from countries outside the EU must also regularly provide proof of eligibility to engage in paid employment or self-employment ("work permit").