Citizens' office (Bürgeramt)
Bürgeramt Paderborn
Official office: Kreishaus
Registration, ID documents and certificates for Paderborn.
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- Passport in PaderbornOfficial identification document for travel abroad.Tip: Biometrisches Passfoto nach DIN 1311 – Fotos vom Automaten werden oft abgelehnt.
- Identification card in PaderbornOfficial photo ID for citizens aged 16 and older.Tip: Ab 16 Jahren Pflicht – ohne gültigen Ausweis drohen Bußgelder bei Kontrollen.
- Certificate of Registration in PaderbornOfficial certificate of registered residence.Tip: Submit complete documents with your first application – every query costs weeks.
- Change your address in PaderbornRegistering 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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- Passport in Paderborn
Passport – overview
- Identification card in Paderborn
Identification card – overview
- Certificate of Registration in Paderborn
Certificate of Registration – overview
- Change your address in Paderborn
Change your address – overview
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