Receive a certificate of pregnancy conflict counseling
Issuance of the legally required counseling certificate pursuant to Section 219 of the German Criminal Code (StGB) by recognized counseling centers (e.g., pro familia, donum vitae).
How to proceed
- 1
Schedule an appointment at a recognized counseling center
For example, the public health department, pro familia, donum vitae, or Caritas.
- 2
Schedule a consultation
The discussion is open-ended; the decision is up to the pregnant woman.
- 3
Receive a certificate
Immediately following the consultation, which took place three days before the potential procedure.
Responsible authority
The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →
Fees
Varies by case
Processing time
3 days
Official: max. 3 days
Online application
In person or by post
Common mistakes
- • Counseling received from a non-accredited provider (no valid certificate)
The essentials before applying
Who is eligible?
Pregnant women who are considering an abortion under the counseling and protection program.
Income limit
The limit varies by household and region – see the table at the responsible authority or in the application assistant.
Processing time
Nationwide: approx. 3 days
Success rate
approx. 100.0 % (estimate)
Most common mistakes
- •Counseling received from a non-accredited provider (no valid certificate)
Common reasons for rejection
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.