Submit a guardianship order / application for guardianship
Application to the Guardianship Court for the appointment of a legal guardian for adults who are no longer able to manage their own affairs.
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Quick answer
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Documents you need
Identification card or passport
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Responsible authority
The authority of your main residence
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How to do it
In person or by post at the office
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Costs
10–80 € je nach Urkunde/Verfahren
How to proceed
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File a petition with the guardianship court (district court)
In writing, including a description of the need and a doctor's note.
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Hearing of the person concerned
A judge or judicial officer speaks with the person concerned.
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A guardian is appointed by the court
Prefer family members or volunteer caregivers.
Responsible authority
The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →
The essentials before applying
Who is eligible?
Adults who, due to illness, disability, or other circumstances, require assistance with legal matters, or their family members.
Income limit
Processing time
Nationwide: approx. approx. 4 weeks
Success rate
approx. 85.0 % (estimate)
Most common mistakes
- •Request for guardianship without prior power of attorney (a durable power of attorney is more advisable)
- •Scope of care is too broad
Common reasons for rejection
- •Power of attorney (advance healthcare directive) is already in place and sufficient
- •The data subject's personal responsibility was not sufficiently taken into account
Alternatives
- Check related services in the application assistant
- Use social counselling before applying
If rejected
File a written objection within 30 days – with reasons why the decision is wrong and any missing evidence.
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Questions & Answers
How much does it cost to file a power of attorney for guardianship or an application for guardianship?▼
10–80 € depending on the certificate/procedure.
How long does it take to file a power of attorney for guardianship or an application for guardianship?▼
Typically about 28 business days—depending on the agency and its workload.
Freshness & source
- Maintenance
- Continuously reviewed & updated
- Source
- Bundesamt für Justiz
- Data quality
- 100 %