Identification card in Gotha
If you apply for Identification card in Gotha, you deal with the Bürgeramt Gotha. Here you find which documents you need and how long it takes.
Responsible office for Identification card in Gotha
Bürgeramt Gotha · Bürgeramt
Mo, Fr 09:00–12:00 · Di 13:00–16:00 · Do 13:00–18:00, 09:00–12:00
How to proceed
- 1
Appointment at the Department of Citizen Services
Book online or by phone.
- 2
Appear in person
Applications can only be submitted in person.
- 3
Pickup in 2–4 weeks
In person as well.
Required documents
- Biometric passport photoMandatory
- Old ID card
Responsible authority
You can find the responsible authority in Gotha with all contact details above.
All authorities for Identification card →Fees
37 € (ab 24 J.), 22,80 € (unter 24 J.)
Processing time
approx. 2 weeks in Gotha
Official: max. approx. 1 months
Common mistakes
- • Non-biometric passport photo
- • Proof of residence is missing from the initial registration
Common reasons for rejection
- • Identity not conclusively established
- • Residence not specified
The essentials before applying
Who is eligible?
All German citizens aged 16 and older who have their primary residence in Germany.
Income limit
The limit varies by household and region – see the table at the responsible authority or in the application assistant.
Processing time
Gotha: approx. approx. 2 weeks
Success rate
approx. 99.8 % (estimate)
Most common mistakes
- •Non-biometric passport photo
- •Proof of residence is missing from the initial registration
Common reasons for rejection
- •Identity not conclusively established
- •Residence not specified
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.
Everything about Identification card
Regional overview
Gotha: Identification card applications currently need around approx. 2 weeks. Statutory maximum: approx. 1 months. In practice it is rarely below this. Responsible: Bürgeramt Gotha. If you apply for Identification card in Gotha, expect about approx. 2 weeks. Complete documents on first submission are the biggest time factor. Submit complete documents with your first application – every query costs weeks.
Questions & Answers
How much does an ID card cost?▼
€37 (ages 24 and older), €22.80 (under 24).
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