In Albstadt we expect about approx. 3 months processing time for Apply for guardianship – responsible: Familiengericht Albstadt.
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Documents you need
Identification card or passport · Form / Application
Costs
Kostenlos
approx. 3 months in Albstadt
If you apply for Apply for guardianship in Albstadt, expect about approx. 3 months. Complete documents on first submission are the biggest time factor.
Official: max. approx. 3 months
Motion/Petition to the Family Court
For example, by family members or child welfare services.
Suitability Assessment
Hearing of the proposed individual and, if applicable, the child.
Appointment by resolution
The guardian represents the child in all matters.
Who is eligible?
Individuals who wish to serve as guardians for a child, as well as child welfare agencies in cases involving children without parents.
Income limit
Success rate
approx. 75.0 % (estimate)
Read the decision carefully: often submitting missing documents or reapplying helps more than an objection.
Free.
Typically about 90 business days—depending on the agency and its workload.