Correction of errors in a birth, marriage, or death certificate at the relevant civil registry office.
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Documents you need
Motion or written inquiry · Form / Application
Responsible authority
The authority of your main residence
How to do it
In person or by post at the office
Costs
Kostenlos
Submit an application to the appropriate registry office
Including the original document and proof of the correct spelling.
Review by the Registry Office
The registry office will determine whether this is a clear error.
Received the corrected document
Free of charge in cases of clear administrative error; fees apply in other cases.
The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →
Who is eligible?
Individuals whose civil status records contain clerical or transcription errors.
Income limit
Processing time
Nationwide: approx. approx. 2 weeks
Success rate
approx. 85.0 % (estimate)
File a written objection within 30 days – with reasons why the decision is wrong and any missing evidence.
Free.
Typically about 14 business days—depending on the agency and its workload.