Approval from the cemetery administration for the installation or modification of a headstone in accordance with the cemetery regulations.
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Documents you need
Identification card or passport · Form / Application
Responsible authority
The authority of your main residence
How to do it
In person or by post at the office
Costs
Je nach Gemeinde und Leistung – beim zuständigen Amt erfragen
Submit a design
A sketch or photo of the planned headstone, including dimensions, submitted to the cemetery office.
Inspection in accordance with the cemetery regulations
The cemetery administration reviews the size, material, and stability requirements.
Obtain a permit and have the stone installed
Installation by a stonemason; structural stability verification after installation.
The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →
Who is eligible?
Grave owners who wish to install or replace a headstone.
Income limit
Processing time
Nationwide: approx. approx. 1 weeks
Success rate
approx. 88.0 % (estimate)
File a written objection within 30 days – with reasons why the decision is wrong and any missing evidence.
This varies by municipality and service—check with the appropriate agency.
Usually about 7 business days—depending on the agency and its workload.