Facts about the new identity card - Der neue Personalausweis
Facts about the new identity card - Der neue Personalausweis
Facts about the new identity card - Der neue Personalausweis
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<strong>Facts</strong> <strong>about</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
<strong>new</strong> <strong>identity</strong> <strong>card</strong>
The <strong>new</strong> <strong>identity</strong> <strong>card</strong><br />
Contents<br />
At a glance .......................................................................... 4<br />
In detail .............................................................................. 6<br />
Photographs ....................................................................... 8<br />
New ID <strong>card</strong>, <strong>new</strong> possibilities ..........................................10<br />
Special functions ............................................................... 11<br />
The online function ...........................................................12<br />
Reader and software .........................................................14<br />
The PIN letter ....................................................................15<br />
The signature function .......................................................16<br />
Data protection, security and control ................................17<br />
If your ID <strong>card</strong> is lost .........................................................18<br />
Safe use of <strong>the</strong> <strong>new</strong> functions ......................................... 20<br />
Answers to your questions ............................................... 22<br />
Fees .................................................................................. 23<br />
Passports in a nutshell<br />
E-passport ......................................................................... 24<br />
Temporary passport .......................................................... 26<br />
Child passport .................................................................. 28<br />
Information service and reporting hotline .........................31<br />
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At a glance<br />
What is <strong>new</strong>?<br />
• smart <strong>card</strong> format<br />
• postal code<br />
• integrated chip<br />
• online function for Internet applications and vending<br />
machines (from <strong>the</strong> age of 16, if requested)<br />
• digital photograph and optional fingerprints to accurately<br />
identify <strong>the</strong> <strong>card</strong>holder<br />
• qualified electronic signature (to be added separately)<br />
• advanced security features and special protection of<br />
biometric data<br />
• logo on <strong>the</strong> back of <strong>the</strong> ID <strong>card</strong> (specifies functions and<br />
accessories)<br />
Fur<strong>the</strong>r information is available online at www.personal<br />
ausweisportal.de or via <strong>the</strong> telephone information service<br />
at +49 (0)1801 333 333. (Monday through Friday from 7 a.m.<br />
to 8 p.m. CET; 3.9 ct/minute from German landlines, max.<br />
42 ct/minute from mobile phones, also available from abroad).<br />
Who can obtain <strong>the</strong> <strong>identity</strong> <strong>card</strong>?<br />
German citizens over 16. Children and youths under 16 may<br />
obtain an <strong>identity</strong> <strong>card</strong> without <strong>the</strong> online function.<br />
How much does <strong>the</strong> <strong>identity</strong> <strong>card</strong> cost?<br />
For persons aged 24 and over: 28.80 euros (valid for ten<br />
years); for persons under 25: 22.80 euros (valid for six years).<br />
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Which documents must be presented with <strong>the</strong><br />
application?<br />
A recent photograph and a valid <strong>identity</strong> document (e.g. old<br />
<strong>identity</strong> <strong>card</strong>, passport, child <strong>identity</strong> <strong>card</strong>, child passport or<br />
birth certificate). Applicants under 16 require consent from both<br />
legal guardians or, if <strong>the</strong>re is only one legal guardian, that person<br />
has to present proof of <strong>the</strong> right of custody.<br />
Photograph requirements<br />
• <strong>the</strong> photograph must be of a recent date<br />
• <strong>the</strong> face must be centred within <strong>the</strong> frame in full front view,<br />
i.e. not in half-profile<br />
• <strong>the</strong> eyes must be open and clearly visible<br />
• <strong>the</strong> mouth must be shut; <strong>the</strong> facial expression must be<br />
neutral<br />
Fur<strong>the</strong>r information is available at www.personalausweisportal.de/<br />
fotomustertafel.<br />
Can <strong>the</strong> online function be activated at a later date?<br />
As long as <strong>the</strong> ID <strong>card</strong> is valid your local government services<br />
office may activate or deactivate <strong>the</strong> online function at any<br />
time. A fee of six euros is charged for later activation. Deactivation<br />
is free of charge.<br />
Are <strong>the</strong> fingerprints stored?<br />
Fingerprints are provided voluntarily and stored only on <strong>the</strong><br />
ID <strong>card</strong>, not in registers or databases. Only public authorities<br />
have <strong>the</strong> right and technical means to retrieve this information.<br />
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In detail<br />
The following data are stored on <strong>the</strong> ID <strong>card</strong> chip and may be<br />
transmitted through <strong>the</strong> online function with <strong>the</strong> <strong>card</strong>holder’s<br />
authorisation:<br />
• family name and given names<br />
• date and place of birth<br />
• address and postal code<br />
• if applicable: religious order or artistic name<br />
• if applicable: doctoral degree<br />
In addition, <strong>the</strong> online function transmits information on whe<strong>the</strong>r<br />
<strong>the</strong> ID <strong>card</strong> is valid or blocked.<br />
The following data are stored solely for <strong>the</strong> purpose of <strong>identity</strong><br />
checks by public authorities:<br />
• digital photograph<br />
• serial number<br />
If requested by <strong>the</strong> <strong>card</strong>holder, fingerprints may be stored<br />
solely for <strong>the</strong> purpose of <strong>identity</strong> checks by public authorities.<br />
Data that are always stored include:<br />
• personal signature<br />
• height<br />
• eye colour<br />
At <strong>the</strong> <strong>card</strong>holder’s request, <strong>the</strong> <strong>identity</strong> <strong>card</strong> authority will fully<br />
deactivate <strong>the</strong> online function or upload a certificate for <strong>the</strong><br />
qualified electronic signature (available from certification service<br />
providers, see page 16).<br />
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Photograph<br />
Last day<br />
of validity<br />
Doctoral degree,<br />
family name,<br />
given names<br />
Date and<br />
place of birth<br />
Issuing<br />
authority Address<br />
Machine-readable zone<br />
Chip<br />
Religious order<br />
or artistic name<br />
IDD = <strong>identity</strong> <strong>card</strong> of <strong>the</strong> Federal Republic of Germany,<br />
serial number, date of birth, last day of validity, check<br />
digits, blanks, family name, given name)<br />
Serial number<br />
Nationality<br />
Card access<br />
number<br />
Logo<br />
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Photographs<br />
The same rules apply to <strong>the</strong> photograph of <strong>the</strong> <strong>new</strong> <strong>identity</strong><br />
<strong>card</strong> as to <strong>the</strong> current passport:<br />
• <strong>the</strong> photograph must be of a recent date<br />
• <strong>the</strong> face must be centred within <strong>the</strong> frame in full front view,<br />
i.e. not in half-profile<br />
• <strong>the</strong> eyes must be open and clearly visible<br />
• <strong>the</strong> mouth must be shut; <strong>the</strong> facial expression must be neutral<br />
Exceptions are possible, e.g. for medical reasons. Fur<strong>the</strong>r<br />
information is available at www.personalausweisportal.de/<br />
fotomustertafel.<br />
Please note: The photograph is <strong>the</strong> only mandatory biometric<br />
feature stored on <strong>the</strong> ID <strong>card</strong> chip. Any o<strong>the</strong>r biometric data,<br />
including <strong>the</strong> personal signature, height and eye colour, are<br />
only printed on <strong>the</strong> <strong>card</strong>.<br />
Fingerprints<br />
At <strong>the</strong> applicant’s request, two fingerprints may be stored on<br />
<strong>the</strong> ID <strong>card</strong> chip. If <strong>the</strong> ID <strong>card</strong> is stolen, for example, <strong>the</strong>y offer<br />
greater protection from <strong>identity</strong> fraud because it is easier to<br />
establish whe<strong>the</strong>r an ID <strong>card</strong> is presented by its true holder.<br />
Fingerprints are stored only on <strong>the</strong> ID <strong>card</strong>, not in registers or<br />
databases.<br />
Please note: Only public authorities such as <strong>the</strong> police,<br />
customs administration, passport and ID <strong>card</strong> authorities, and<br />
registration authorities have <strong>the</strong> right and technical means to<br />
retrieve <strong>the</strong> photograph and fingerprints. Transmission through<br />
<strong>the</strong> online function is not possible.<br />
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The person must look straight into <strong>the</strong> camera with a neutral facial expression<br />
and <strong>the</strong> mouth shut.<br />
The background must be monochrome and bright (preferably neutral grey).<br />
No shadows may be visible in <strong>the</strong> background.<br />
The eyes must be open and clearly visible. Reflections from glasses, tinted<br />
glasses or sunglasses are not permitted. The glass frames must not cover<br />
<strong>the</strong> eyes.<br />
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New ID <strong>card</strong>, <strong>new</strong> possibilities<br />
The <strong>new</strong> ID <strong>card</strong> continues to be used for police and border<br />
controls. The <strong>new</strong> online function (or eID function) is an additional<br />
tool for simple, secure and paperless communication on<br />
<strong>the</strong> Internet between <strong>card</strong>holder, administrations and business-<br />
es without a long wait.<br />
The online world is increasingly becoming an important part<br />
of our daily lives. However, some transactions could not be<br />
concluded via <strong>the</strong> Internet because <strong>the</strong> <strong>identity</strong> <strong>card</strong> had to be<br />
produced as a proof of <strong>identity</strong> and age. Moreover, many online<br />
services require different passwords, user names and <strong>card</strong><br />
access numbers. There was no standard proof of <strong>identity</strong> for<br />
<strong>the</strong> online world. The <strong>new</strong> ID <strong>card</strong> closes this gap.<br />
The ID <strong>card</strong> chip can transmit required data using secure<br />
encrypted connections as soon as <strong>the</strong> <strong>card</strong>holder authorises<br />
such transmission by entering a PIN. Authorisation certificates<br />
control which personal data may be transmitted to providers of<br />
Internet applications and administrative services.<br />
Compared to previous registration procedures on <strong>the</strong> Internet<br />
identifying users by a combination of user name and password,<br />
<strong>the</strong> <strong>new</strong> ID <strong>card</strong> increases security: users must not only know<br />
<strong>the</strong> six-digit PIN but also be in possession of <strong>the</strong> ID <strong>card</strong>, which<br />
makes <strong>identity</strong> <strong>the</strong>ft and fraud much more difficult.<br />
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Special functions<br />
In addition to <strong>the</strong> online function, <strong>the</strong> ID <strong>card</strong> has fur<strong>the</strong>r<br />
optional functions.<br />
Access under pseudonym<br />
The ID <strong>card</strong> is able to generate a service- and <strong>card</strong>-specific feature<br />
which <strong>the</strong> <strong>card</strong>holder can use to register with Internet services<br />
under a pseudonym without transmitting personal data such as<br />
name and address. Never<strong>the</strong>less, <strong>the</strong> feature allows a provider<br />
to identify <strong>the</strong> <strong>card</strong>holder upon each login. However, <strong>the</strong> feature<br />
cannot be used to establish connections to o<strong>the</strong>r services used<br />
with <strong>the</strong> ID <strong>card</strong>.<br />
Proof of age and residency<br />
Some services and applications only require information <strong>about</strong><br />
<strong>the</strong> <strong>card</strong>holder’s age and place of residence. Instead of transmitting<br />
<strong>the</strong> full date of birth for <strong>the</strong>se purposes, <strong>the</strong> <strong>new</strong> ID <strong>card</strong><br />
indicates only whe<strong>the</strong>r a certain age (e.g. 16 or 18) has been<br />
reached or not. If a service is available in only one federal state<br />
or in a specific city, <strong>the</strong> ID <strong>card</strong> transmits a simple “yes” or “no”<br />
instead of <strong>the</strong> full address to confirm that <strong>the</strong> <strong>card</strong>holder lives<br />
in a certain place.<br />
In addition, <strong>card</strong>holders may choose to use <strong>the</strong> ID <strong>card</strong>’s qualified<br />
electronic signature for signing legally binding contracts and<br />
certificates on <strong>the</strong> Internet (see page 16).<br />
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The online function<br />
Required personal data may be electronically transmitted using<br />
<strong>the</strong> online function. This kind of data transmission does not<br />
affect <strong>the</strong> conclusion of a contract as such; <strong>the</strong> rules for online<br />
business continue to apply. This is how electronic identification<br />
would work in an online shop:<br />
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You select an item you want to purchase in an online<br />
shop. To conclude <strong>the</strong> contract, send you an invoice<br />
and deliver <strong>the</strong> products, <strong>the</strong> online shop needs your<br />
family name, given name and address. These data may<br />
be transmitted using <strong>the</strong> online function.<br />
To this end, you can view <strong>the</strong> online shop’s authorisation<br />
certificate including information on <strong>the</strong> shop, validity<br />
and <strong>the</strong> required data. By entering your six-digit PIN<br />
you agree to <strong>the</strong> data transmission. You may also<br />
choose to exclude certain data from transmission.<br />
The ID <strong>card</strong> chip will verify <strong>the</strong> online shop’s author-<br />
isation certificate. The data you agreed to transmit will<br />
<strong>the</strong>n be encrypted and transmitted to <strong>the</strong> online shop.<br />
The online shop’s system will <strong>the</strong>n check whe<strong>the</strong>r your<br />
ID <strong>card</strong> is valid and not blocked.<br />
The online shop receives your data. Usually you will be<br />
able to view <strong>the</strong>m once again. As before, <strong>the</strong> purchase<br />
is concluded by a separate action of consent, e.g. <strong>the</strong><br />
“Send order” button.
Reader and software<br />
To use <strong>the</strong> online function with your own computer you will need<br />
a reader and driver software.<br />
Reader<br />
The reader retrieves <strong>the</strong> selected data from <strong>the</strong> chip and transmits<br />
<strong>the</strong>m to <strong>the</strong> provider after <strong>the</strong> <strong>card</strong>holder enters <strong>the</strong> sixdigit<br />
PIN. The Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) recommends<br />
using certified readers with <strong>the</strong> ID <strong>card</strong> logo. There are<br />
different types of readers:<br />
• Standard and deluxe readers with a separate keyboard for<br />
entering <strong>the</strong> PIN. Deluxe readers are necessary to use <strong>the</strong><br />
signature function.<br />
• Basic readers where <strong>the</strong> PIN is entered via <strong>the</strong> computer or<br />
on-screen keyboard.<br />
Software<br />
The software, e.g. <strong>the</strong> “AusweisApp” ID <strong>card</strong> application, is used<br />
to connect <strong>the</strong> ID <strong>card</strong> to <strong>the</strong> computer and exchange encrypted<br />
data through <strong>the</strong> reader. The “AusweisApp” can be downloaded<br />
free of charge at www.ausweisapp.bund.de.<br />
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The PIN letter<br />
The procedure is similar to that of cash and credit <strong>card</strong>s: after<br />
applying for <strong>the</strong> ID <strong>card</strong>, <strong>the</strong> applicant receives a PIN letter with<br />
a five-digit activation PIN, <strong>the</strong> PUK and a blocking code to use<br />
<strong>the</strong> online function.<br />
Changing <strong>the</strong> activation PIN to <strong>the</strong> personal PIN<br />
The five-digit activation PIN (or transport PIN) must be replaced<br />
with a personal six-digit PIN before using <strong>the</strong> online function for<br />
<strong>the</strong> first time, ei<strong>the</strong>r by using a reader at home or at <strong>the</strong> ID <strong>card</strong><br />
authority (free of charge when collecting <strong>the</strong> ID <strong>card</strong>). The online<br />
function cannot be used without a personal six-digit PIN.<br />
PUK<br />
The online function is blocked if <strong>the</strong> personal PIN was entered<br />
incorrectly three times in a row. It can be unblocked by entering<br />
<strong>the</strong> PUK.<br />
Blocking code<br />
The blocking code is used when <strong>the</strong> ID <strong>card</strong> is lost and <strong>the</strong><br />
online function must be blocked (see page 18).<br />
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The signature function<br />
The qualified electronic signature is used to sign legally binding<br />
contracts or documents, as well as statements and applications<br />
which must be filed with public authorities in writing to be legally<br />
binding.<br />
The electronic signature replaces <strong>the</strong> handwritten signature.<br />
It can also be used to verify whe<strong>the</strong>r documents have been<br />
changed after <strong>the</strong>y have been electronically signed. Unlike <strong>the</strong><br />
online function, <strong>the</strong> signature function can be used to make<br />
legally binding declarations of intent, e.g. to conclude contracts<br />
or provide an authorisation.<br />
Signature certificate and deluxe reader<br />
A signature certificate, a signature PIN and a deluxe reader with<br />
PIN keyboard are required to use <strong>the</strong> <strong>new</strong> ID <strong>card</strong>’s signature<br />
function.<br />
A signature certificate can be obtained from a certificate service<br />
provider and uploaded to <strong>the</strong> ID <strong>card</strong> (see www.nrca-ds.de).<br />
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Data protection, security and control<br />
The <strong>new</strong> ID <strong>card</strong> offers maximum security of personal data and<br />
full control over data transmission.<br />
Unlike simple radio chips used on key <strong>card</strong>s and ski passes,<br />
for example, <strong>the</strong> ID <strong>card</strong> does not send <strong>the</strong> data stored on its<br />
chip to any arbitrary reading device. Before transmitting data,<br />
<strong>the</strong> chip verifies whe<strong>the</strong>r <strong>the</strong> requesting provider or authority is<br />
authorised to read <strong>the</strong>se data, which data should be transmitted<br />
and whe<strong>the</strong>r <strong>the</strong> <strong>card</strong>holder agreed to data transmission.<br />
Data are encrypted for each transmission. All information and<br />
transmissions are protected through recognised and established<br />
international technical procedures. Moreover, despite its radio<br />
chip <strong>the</strong> ID <strong>card</strong> must be physically in contact with <strong>the</strong> reader so<br />
that data cannot be read from a remote position.<br />
This ensures greater security, in particular on <strong>the</strong> Internet: only<br />
persons holding <strong>the</strong> ID <strong>card</strong> and knowing <strong>the</strong> PIN can author-<br />
ise <strong>the</strong> transmission of data. Cardholders retain full control<br />
and know at all times to whom <strong>the</strong>y are revealing <strong>the</strong>ir <strong>identity</strong><br />
since each provider must be officially authorised. Ultimately,<br />
it is <strong>the</strong> <strong>card</strong>holder who decides whe<strong>the</strong>r to transmit data and<br />
to whom.<br />
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If your ID <strong>card</strong> is lost<br />
24-hour reporting hotline<br />
+49 (0)1801 333 333<br />
(3.9 ct/minute from German landlines,<br />
max. 42 ct/minute from mobile phones)<br />
When an ID <strong>card</strong> with activated online function is stolen or lost,<br />
<strong>the</strong> online function must be blocked as quickly as possible.<br />
This can be done in your local government services office or<br />
via <strong>the</strong> 24-hour reporting hotline +49 (0)1801 333 333 (3.9 ct/<br />
minute from German landlines, max. 42 ct/minute from mobile<br />
phones, also available from abroad).<br />
To block <strong>the</strong> online function, <strong>card</strong>holders will be asked to provide<br />
<strong>the</strong>ir family name, given name, date of birth and <strong>the</strong> blocking<br />
code. This information can be found in <strong>the</strong> PIN letter. Fur<strong>the</strong>r<br />
information is available at www.personalausweisportal.de/<br />
verlustfall.<br />
Please note: Cardholders are obliged to report lost ID <strong>card</strong>s,<br />
with or without online function, to <strong>the</strong> responsible <strong>identity</strong> <strong>card</strong><br />
authority.<br />
Blocking <strong>the</strong> signature function<br />
If <strong>the</strong> ID <strong>card</strong>’s electronic signature is used, <strong>the</strong> certificate must<br />
be blocked separately by <strong>the</strong> respective provider.<br />
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Safe use of <strong>the</strong> <strong>new</strong> functions<br />
Please take care of your <strong>new</strong> ID <strong>card</strong> and its <strong>new</strong> functions<br />
in <strong>the</strong> same way as you would care for your cash or credit<br />
<strong>card</strong> by applying <strong>the</strong> following rules:<br />
• Always keep your ID <strong>card</strong> safe. Do not leave it unattended<br />
where o<strong>the</strong>rs may access it.<br />
• Do not reveal your PIN to anyone. If you write down or<br />
record your PIN, you should never keep it with your ID<br />
<strong>card</strong>, e.g. in your purse. Never write <strong>the</strong> PIN on your <strong>card</strong>.<br />
• If you lose your ID <strong>card</strong> you must block <strong>the</strong> online<br />
function, if activated, as quickly as possible. This can<br />
be done by your <strong>identity</strong> <strong>card</strong> authority or <strong>the</strong> 24-hour<br />
reporting hotline (see page 18).
Please also follow <strong>the</strong> instructions for safe use of <strong>the</strong> ID<br />
<strong>card</strong> with your own computer:<br />
• Regularly update your anti-virus software, firewall,<br />
operating system and software (e.g. AusweisApp). Install<br />
<strong>the</strong> providers’ security updates.<br />
• Regularly change your PIN. Your PIN should not be a<br />
sequence of numbers that is printed on <strong>the</strong> <strong>card</strong> (e.g.<br />
<strong>the</strong> date of birth or <strong>card</strong> access number) or that can be easily<br />
guessed (e.g. 123456).<br />
Fur<strong>the</strong>r information<br />
Fur<strong>the</strong>r information is available at www.bsi-fuer-buerger.de.<br />
On this website, <strong>the</strong> Federal Office for Information Security<br />
(BSI) provides information <strong>about</strong> risks on <strong>the</strong> Internet<br />
and tips for using <strong>the</strong> Internet safely.<br />
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Answers to your questions<br />
Will old ID <strong>card</strong>s remain valid?<br />
Old ID <strong>card</strong>s remain valid until <strong>the</strong>y expire. However, <strong>the</strong> old ID<br />
<strong>card</strong> can be exchanged for <strong>the</strong> <strong>new</strong> <strong>card</strong> at any time.<br />
What are <strong>the</strong> requirements for <strong>the</strong> photograph?<br />
Photographs must show full frontal view, not half-profile. The<br />
face must be centred within <strong>the</strong> frame. The eyes must be open,<br />
<strong>the</strong> mouth shut and <strong>the</strong> facial expression neutral. Fur<strong>the</strong>r information<br />
is available at www.personalausweisportal.de/<br />
fotomustertafel.<br />
What are fingerprints used for?<br />
Applicants may choose to store two fingerprints on <strong>the</strong> ID <strong>card</strong><br />
chip as an additional security feature. The fingerprints are not<br />
stored in registers or databases, and may be used only by public<br />
authorities such as <strong>the</strong> police, customs administration, passport<br />
and <strong>identity</strong> <strong>card</strong> authorities, and registration authorities to<br />
verify <strong>the</strong> ID <strong>card</strong>’s au<strong>the</strong>nticity and <strong>the</strong> <strong>card</strong>holder’s <strong>identity</strong>.<br />
What if <strong>the</strong> ID <strong>card</strong> is stolen or lost?<br />
See page 18.<br />
Will I have to apply for a <strong>new</strong> ID <strong>card</strong><br />
when moving house?<br />
After relocation, local government services offices change <strong>the</strong><br />
address on <strong>the</strong> ID <strong>card</strong> free of charge by updating <strong>the</strong> data on<br />
<strong>the</strong> chip and applying a sticker with <strong>the</strong> <strong>new</strong> address on <strong>the</strong><br />
back of <strong>the</strong> ID <strong>card</strong>.<br />
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Fees<br />
ID <strong>card</strong> application fees as at 1 November 2010<br />
Applicant aged 24 and over 28.80 euros<br />
(valid for 10 years)<br />
Applicant aged under 24 22.80 euros<br />
(valid for 6 years)<br />
Temporary ID <strong>card</strong> 10 euros<br />
O<strong>the</strong>r fees<br />
First activation of <strong>the</strong> online function<br />
when issuing <strong>the</strong> <strong>card</strong> or upon reaching<br />
age 16 free of charge<br />
Later activation of <strong>the</strong> online function 6 euros<br />
Deactivating <strong>the</strong> online function free of charge<br />
Changing <strong>the</strong> PIN at <strong>the</strong> <strong>card</strong> issuing<br />
office (e.g. PIN forgotten)* 6 euros<br />
Changing <strong>the</strong> address after moving<br />
house<br />
free of charge<br />
Blocking <strong>the</strong> online function when <strong>the</strong><br />
<strong>card</strong> is lost free of charge<br />
Unblocking <strong>the</strong> online function 6 euros<br />
Electronic signature certificate as determined<br />
by <strong>the</strong> provider<br />
* Cardholders may change <strong>the</strong>ir PIN at any time using <strong>the</strong>ir own<br />
<strong>card</strong> reader.<br />
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Passports in<br />
a nutshell E-passport<br />
(electronic passport)<br />
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Who can obtain <strong>the</strong> passport?<br />
As a rule, all persons over 12. Upon request, an e-passport<br />
may be issued also to children under 12. However, no finger-<br />
prints are taken for children under six.<br />
Which documents must be presented<br />
with <strong>the</strong> application?<br />
A recent photograph and a valid <strong>identity</strong> document (e.g. old<br />
passport or <strong>identity</strong> <strong>card</strong> for first-time applications, child<br />
passport, child <strong>identity</strong> <strong>card</strong> or birth certificate).<br />
Photograph and fingerprints<br />
Photograph: see page 8. Fur<strong>the</strong>r information is available at<br />
www.personalausweisportal.de/fotomustertafel.<br />
Fingerprints: two fingerprints are captured when applying<br />
for <strong>the</strong> e-passport. Fingerprints are stored only on <strong>the</strong><br />
passport, not in registers or databases. They can be retrieved<br />
only by public authorities.<br />
Fees and validity<br />
Passports issued to persons over 24 cost 59 euros (valid<br />
for ten years) and 37.50 euros for persons under 24 (valid<br />
for six years).<br />
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Passports in<br />
a nutshell<br />
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Temporary<br />
passport
Who can obtain <strong>the</strong> passport?<br />
A temporary passport is issued only in individual cases, for<br />
example if a passport is needed immediately and a regular<br />
passport cannot be issued before it is needed for <strong>the</strong> first<br />
time.<br />
Which documents must be presented<br />
with <strong>the</strong> application?<br />
A recent photograph and a valid <strong>identity</strong> document (e.g.<br />
old passport or <strong>identity</strong> <strong>card</strong>, child passport, child <strong>identity</strong><br />
<strong>card</strong> or birth certificate). Passport agencies may require<br />
documents such as airline tickets for an imminent journey to<br />
prove <strong>the</strong> immediate need.<br />
Photograph requirements<br />
See page 8. Fur<strong>the</strong>r information is available at<br />
www.personalausweisportal.de/fotomustertafel.<br />
Fees and validity<br />
26 euros (valid for one year).<br />
Please note:<br />
The temporary passport cannot be used for visa-free travel<br />
to <strong>the</strong> United States of America.<br />
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Passports in<br />
a nutshell<br />
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Child passport
Who can obtain <strong>the</strong> passport?<br />
Children under 12.<br />
Which documents must be presented with<br />
<strong>the</strong> application?<br />
A recent photograph and a valid <strong>identity</strong> document (e.g.<br />
old child passport, child <strong>identity</strong> <strong>card</strong> or birth certificate<br />
and consent from both legal guardians or, if <strong>the</strong>re is only<br />
one legal guardian, that person has to present proof of <strong>the</strong><br />
right of custody).<br />
Photograph requirements<br />
See page 8. Fur<strong>the</strong>r information is available at<br />
www.personalausweisportal.de/fotomustertafel.<br />
Fees and validity<br />
13 euros (valid for six years) and six euros for extending<br />
validity (up to <strong>the</strong> twelfth birthday).<br />
Special note<br />
As of 1 January 2006 <strong>the</strong> former child passport is no longer<br />
issued or re<strong>new</strong>ed. As of 1 November 2007 children can no<br />
longer be endorsed on <strong>the</strong>ir parents’ passport. However, it<br />
will be possible to apply for a child <strong>identity</strong> <strong>card</strong> (e.g. for<br />
travelling within <strong>the</strong> EU).<br />
Please note:<br />
The child passport cannot be used for visa-free travel to<br />
<strong>the</strong> United States of America.<br />
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Information service and<br />
reporting hotline<br />
The information service (from Monday through Friday from 7 a.m.<br />
to 8 p.m. CET) and <strong>the</strong> 24-hour reporting hotline are available on<br />
+49 (0)1801 333 333 (3.9 ct/minute from German landlines, max.<br />
42 ct/minute from mobile phones, also available from abroad).<br />
Fur<strong>the</strong>r information is available at www.personalausweisportal.de/<br />
buergerservice.<br />
Mail order<br />
This brochure may be ordered free of charge from:<br />
Publikationsversand der Bundesregierung<br />
Postfach 48 10 09 // 18132 Rostock<br />
Phone: +49 (0)1805 778 090 // Fax: +49 (0)1805 778 094<br />
publikationen@bundesregierung.de<br />
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work of <strong>the</strong> Federal Ministry of <strong>the</strong> Interior. It may not be used by any political party,<br />
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Published by<br />
Bundesministerium des Innern // 11014 Berlin<br />
Organisation: Federal Ministry of <strong>the</strong> Interior<br />
English translation by Translation Service of <strong>the</strong><br />
Federal Ministry of <strong>the</strong> Interior<br />
www.bmi.bund.de // www.cio.bund.de<br />
www.personalausweisportal.de<br />
5th edition // Last update: November 2010<br />
Photo credits Federal Ministry of <strong>the</strong> Interior