Apply for identity card because of other name change

If your name changes, you must apply for a new identity card if you do not have a valid passport document with the new name.

If your first name or surname changes, your ID card is invalid. Reasons for other name changes are, for example

• Adoption
• Sorting of first names
• Declaration in accordance with the law on self-determination with regard to gender entry (SBGG)

In this case, you must apply for a new identity card if you are 16 years old or older.

There is one exception: as long as you have a valid passport document, i.e. passport or temporary passport, with the new name, there is no obligation to apply for a new ID card.

Online function of the ID card

All ID cards automatically have the online ID function; this function is automatically activated for ID cards issued from July 2017. If you have set a six-digit PIN of your own choice, you can use it to identify yourself to authorities and companies for services offered online with a high level of trust. You can use the online ID card after your 16th birthday.

When you apply for your ID card, the prints of your two index fingers are stored on the chip of the card. Children under the age of 6 are excluded from this regulation.

• Biometric digital passport photo: taken on site at the authority or by a registered domestic photo service provider (photographer). photographer
• if available and not yet validated: old passport
• if no valid passport is available: Birth certificate or marriage certificate
• for children under the age of 16: if applicable, a declaration of consent from the custodial parent who is not present
  • if there is only one parent or legal guardian, additional proof of custody
• if available: valid or already expired children's passport

• Her name has changed.

If your name changes, apply for the new ID card as follows:

• You make an appointment at your local citizens' office. If you do not apply for your ID card at your main place of residence, you will need an important reason and will have to pay a surcharge on the fee.
• You bring the necessary documents with you.
• You pay the fee.
• You will immediately receive a new one-time PIN to make your online ID function ready for use with the newly requested ID card. You decide when you want to use this option.
• Your fingerprints will be taken on site for storage in the chip of the ID document.
• When you apply, your Citizens' Registration Office will inform you when you can collect your ID card.
  • Alternatively, in many cases you can have the ID document sent to your home address by post and handed over in person at the front door.

You must apply for the new identity card immediately after the name change if you do not have a valid passport document (passport or temporary passport) with the new name.

It usually takes at least 2 weeks from the date of application before you can collect your ID card from the Citizens' Registration Office.

A fee reduction or exemption is possible under certain conditions.

für antragstellende Personen ab einschließlich 24 Jahren: Fee 37,00 EUR (The amount is to be paid in advance) (Information on cost composition can be found here)

für antragstellende Personen unter 24 Jahren: Fee 22,80 EUR (The amount is to be paid in advance) (Information on cost composition can be found here)

für den vorläufigen Personalausweis: Fee 10,00 EUR (The amount is to be paid in advance) (Information on cost composition can be found here)

Zuschlag zur Gebühr bei Antragstellung außerhalb der Dienstzeit oder bei nichtzuständiger Behörde: Fee 13,00 EUR (The amount is to be paid in advance) (Information on cost composition can be found here)

Zuschlag zur Gebühr für Ausstellung durch konsularische oder diplomatische Vertretung im Ausland: Fee 30,00 EUR (The amount is to be paid in advance) (Information on cost composition can be found here)

Gebühr für Passfoto, wenn die Behörde das Lichtbildsystem PointID der Bundesdruckerei GmbH verwendet. Verwendet die Behörde Lichtbildsysteme anderer Hersteller, darf das Entgelt abweichen.: Fee 6,00 EUR (The amount is to be paid in advance) (Information on cost composition can be found here)

Gebühr bei Versand an Ihre Wohnadresse bei Antragstellern über 16 Jahren: Fee 15,00 EUR (The amount is to be paid in advance) (Information on cost composition can be found here)

If your ID card is stolen or lost, you must report this to the police. In the event of theft or loss, you can also block the online function of your ID card yourself by calling the blocking hotline.