Citizens’ offices that issue ID cards in Germany

Compare photo options, appointments and collection by city

You normally apply for the Personalausweis at the citizens’ office where you are registered, and each city sets its own way of working. Appointment rules, photo arrangements and the handover of the finished card vary from office to office. If you have an old card, take it with you.

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9 offices in Hanover

  • Hanover

    Bürgeramt Aegi

    Aegidientorplatz 1, 30159 Hanover

    Choose the identity card in the online booking menu, apply in person and get your photo taken on site.

    Book an appointmentOffice website+49 511 168-32000

    Bring original existing ID or passport and a certified digital-photo QR code if not using the office station; printed photos are not accepted. Bring a civil-status certificate for name changes or spelling uncertainties. First German documents after naturalisation require the naturalisation certificate, previous identity document and a civil-status certificate, with a recognised sworn translation if needed.

  • Hanover

    Bürgeramt Bemerode

    Bemeroder Rathausplatz 1, 30539 Hanover

    Book online, or drop in on a Thursday if you have checked there is room, and apply in person.

    Book an appointmentOffice website+49 511 168-32000

    Bring original existing ID or passport and a certified digital-photo QR code if not using the office station; printed photos are not accepted. Bring a civil-status certificate for name changes or spelling uncertainties. First German documents after naturalisation require the naturalisation certificate, previous identity document and a civil-status certificate, with a recognised sworn translation if needed.

  • Hanover

    Bürgeramt Döhren

    Peiner Str. 9, 30519 Hanover

    Book an appointment online first, because unlike some other Hanover branches there is no Thursday walk-in.

    Book an appointmentOffice website+49 511 168-32000

    Bring original existing ID or passport and a certified digital-photo QR code if not using the office station; printed photos are not accepted. Bring a civil-status certificate for name changes or spelling uncertainties. First German documents after naturalisation require the naturalisation certificate, previous identity document and a civil-status certificate, with a recognised sworn translation if needed.

  • Hanover

    Bürgeramt Herrenhausen

    Meldaustr. 25-27, 30419 Hanover

    Book online or drop in on Thursday without an appointment, apply in person, and collect the card at the same branch.

    Book an appointmentOffice website+49 511 168-32000

    Bring original existing ID or passport and a certified digital-photo QR code if not using the office station; printed photos are not accepted. Bring a civil-status certificate for name changes or spelling uncertainties. First German documents after naturalisation require the naturalisation certificate, previous identity document and a civil-status certificate, with a recognised sworn translation if needed.

  • Hanover

    Bürgeramt Linden

    Lindener Marktplatz 1, 30449 Hanover

    Book a slot online or walk in on Thursday, and arrive 15 minutes early if you want your photo taken there.

    Book an appointmentOffice website+49 511 168-32000

    Bring original existing ID or passport and a certified digital-photo QR code if not using the office station; printed photos are not accepted. Bring a civil-status certificate for name changes or spelling uncertainties. First German documents after naturalisation require the naturalisation certificate, previous identity document and a civil-status certificate, with a recognised sworn translation if needed.

  • Hanover

    Bürgeramt Podbi-Park

    Lister Str. 10, 30163 Hanover

    Book online or walk in on a Thursday, and expect the card to be ready after about three to four weeks.

    Book an appointmentOffice website+49 511 168-32000

    Bring original existing ID or passport and a certified digital-photo QR code if not using the office station; printed photos are not accepted. Bring a civil-status certificate for name changes or spelling uncertainties. First German documents after naturalisation require the naturalisation certificate, previous identity document and a civil-status certificate, with a recognised sworn translation if needed.

  • Hanover

    Bürgeramt Ricklingen

    Anne-Stache-Allee 7, 30459 Hanover

    Book an appointment first, and children under 16 must come with a guardian who agrees to the application.

    Book an appointmentOffice website+49 511 168-32000

    Bring original existing ID or passport and a certified digital-photo QR code if not using the office station; printed photos are not accepted. Bring a civil-status certificate for name changes or spelling uncertainties. First German documents after naturalisation require the naturalisation certificate, previous identity document and a civil-status certificate, with a recognised sworn translation if needed.

  • Hanover

    Bürgeramt Sahlkamp

    Elmstr. 15, 30657 Hanover

    An appointment is required, and arriving 15 minutes early lets you have your photo taken there.

    Book an appointmentOffice website+49 511 168-32000

    Bring original existing ID or passport and a certified digital-photo QR code if not using the office station; printed photos are not accepted. Bring a civil-status certificate for name changes or spelling uncertainties. First German documents after naturalisation require the naturalisation certificate, previous identity document and a civil-status certificate, with a recognised sworn translation if needed.

  • Hanover

    Bürgeramt Schützenplatz

    Am Schützenplatz 1, 30169 Hanover

    Book an appointment first, and if someone else collects the card for you, they need your written authority.

    Book an appointmentOffice website+49 511 168-32000

    Bring original existing ID or passport and a certified digital-photo QR code if not using the office station; printed photos are not accepted. Bring a civil-status certificate for name changes or spelling uncertainties. First German documents after naturalisation require the naturalisation certificate, previous identity document and a civil-status certificate, with a recognised sworn translation if needed.

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