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02.09.2018 - Article

Please read the information thoroughly to find out if a name declaration is required, especially after a birth, marriage or divorce abroad.

08.03.2018 Article

Name declaration for a child

The name of a German national is governed by German law, even if his or her name is shown differently on a foreign birth certificate. 1. If parents were married when the child was born A…

Name declaration for a child
08.03.2018 Article

“Married Name” / Name  declaration for civil partners

The name of a German national does not automatically change by marriage alone. In Germany, the spouses can opt for one of their last names to become a so-called “married name” (Ehename) when they get…

Married Name / Name  declaration for civil partners
08.03.2018 Article

Name declaration after divorce or death of a spouse

The name of a German national does not change automatically by divorce or death of a spouse. However, after the divorce or death of a spouse, it is possible to change the name back to the maiden name…

Name declaration
29.01.2020 Article

Change of name under Public Law

The German law on names is comprehensively and fundamentally conclusively regulated by the provisions of the German Civil Code (BGB). The change of name under public law is of an exceptional nature and…

Name Change
05.08.2019 Page

Honorary Consuls

Honorary Consuls
22.11.2017 Article

Book your Appointment

You will need an appointment to apply for a visa or a German passport/ID-card. Appointments have to be booked online. Please have your complete application ready for your appointment and do not…

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