Apply for an Apostille in Oder-Spree
Apply for an Apostille in Oder-Spree is handled by Bundesverwaltungsamt Oder-Spree; in the region it currently takes about approx. 1 weeks.
Quick answer
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Documents you need
Original document · Personalausweis oder Reisepass
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Costs
100–110 € Aufenthaltstitel, sonst kostenlos
Processing time
approx. 1 weeks in Oder-Spree
The Bundesverwaltungsamt Oder-Spree in Oder-Spree currently needs about approx. 1 weeks. Booking an appointment online saves waiting time at the counter.
Official: max. approx. 3 weeks
How to proceed
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Determine the responsible authority
Depending on the type of document, the Regional Court, the District Government, or the Federal Office of Administration.
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Submit the certificate
The original document or a certified copy of the document to be apostilled.
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Obtain an Apostille
To be affixed to the certificate as a stamp or attachment.
Required documents
- Original documentMandatory
- Personalausweis oder ReisepassMandatory
Responsible authority
In Oder-Spree (Brandenburg): Bundesverwaltungsamt Oder-Spree
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Who is eligible?
People who need to present German documents (birth certificates, diplomas, certificates of good conduct, etc.) abroad.
Income limit
Success rate
approx. 97.0 % (estimate)
Most common mistakes
- •The wrong authority was contacted (varies depending on the type of document)
- •The original was not submitted; a certified copy was submitted instead
Common reasons for rejection
- •The destination country is not a party to the Hague Convention (legalization is required instead of an apostille)
Alternatives
- Check related services in the application assistant
- Use social counselling before applying
If rejected
Read the decision carefully: often submitting missing documents or reapplying helps more than an objection.
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Questions & Answers
Apostille or legalization—what's the difference?▼
The Apostille is valid for countries that are parties to the Hague Convention; for other countries, legalization through the respective embassy is required.
Freshness & source
- Maintenance
- Continuously reviewed & updated
- Source
- Bundesamt für Migration und Flüchtlinge
- Data quality
- 100 %