Identification card in Potsdam
Identification card in Potsdam is handled by the Bürgeramt Potsdam. What differs from the national average – and what does not.
Responsible office for Identification card in Potsdam
Bürgeramt Potsdam · Bürgeramt
Friedrich-Ebert-Straße 79-8114469 Potsdam
Gruen-Verkehrsflaechen@Rathaus.Potsdam.de
Mo-Do 08:00-18:00Fr 08:00-14:00Sa 08:00-12:00
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 Potsdam 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 Potsdam
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
Potsdam: 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
In Potsdam, Identification card currently takes about approx. 2 weeks. Statutory maximum: approx. 1 months. In practice it is rarely below this. Responsible: Bürgeramt Potsdam. The Bürgeramt Potsdam in Potsdam currently needs about approx. 2 weeks. Booking an appointment online saves waiting time at the counter. 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).
Freshness & source
- Maintenance
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