Citizens' office (Bürgeramt)
Bürgerberatung im Neuen Rathaus – Stadt Bielefeld
Registration, ID documents and certificates for Bielefeld.
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- Passport in BielefeldOfficial identification document for travel abroad.Tip: Biometrisches Passfoto nach DIN 1311 – Fotos vom Automaten werden oft abgelehnt.
- Identification card in BielefeldOfficial photo ID for citizens aged 16 and older.Tip: Ab 16 Jahren Pflicht – ohne gültigen Ausweis drohen Bußgelder bei Kontrollen.
- Certificate of Registration in BielefeldOfficial certificate of registered residence.Tip: Submit complete documents with your first application – every query costs weeks.
- Change your address in BielefeldRegistering your residence with the Department of Citizenship and Immigration after moving—required by law within 14 days.Tip: Submit complete documents with your first application – every query costs weeks.
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- Identity card
- Passport
- Registration certificate
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- City Bielefeld
- Passport in Bielefeld
Passport – overview
- Identification card in Bielefeld
Identification card – overview
- Certificate of Registration in Bielefeld
Certificate of Registration – overview
- Change your address in Bielefeld
Change your address – overview
- Apply for a child's passport in Bielefeld
Apply for a child's passport – overview
- Apply for a temporary ID card in Bielefeld
Apply for a temporary ID card – overview
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