Citizens' office (Bürgeramt)
Bürgeramt Essen
Registration, ID documents and certificates for Essen.
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Step-by-step guides, documents, common mistakes and online applications for your area.
- Passport in EssenOfficial identification document for travel abroad.Tip: Biometrisches Passfoto nach DIN 1311 – Fotos vom Automaten werden oft abgelehnt.
- Identification card in EssenOfficial photo ID for citizens aged 16 and older.Tip: Ab 16 Jahren Pflicht – ohne gültigen Ausweis drohen Bußgelder bei Kontrollen.
- Certificate of Registration in EssenOfficial certificate of registered residence.Tip: Submit complete documents with your first application – every query costs weeks.
- Change your address in EssenRegistering 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 Essen
- Passport in Essen
Passport – overview
- Identification card in Essen
Identification card – overview
- Certificate of Registration in Essen
Certificate of Registration – overview
- Change your address in Essen
Change your address – overview
- Apply for a child's passport in Essen
Apply for a child's passport – overview
- Apply for a temporary ID card in Essen
Apply for a temporary ID card – overview
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