Offices that issue passports in German cities

Appointment types and collection rules vary by city

Passport applications are taken by the local passport authority, which in many cities is part of the citizens’ office. Standard and express appointments are not offered everywhere, finished passports are handed over in different ways, and some offices ask for your previous passport again at collection.

9 offices in Leipzig
  • Leipzig

    Bürgerbüro Gohlis-Center und Ausbildungs-Bürgerbüro

    Elsbethstraße 19-25, 04155 Leipzig

    Walk in, or book one of the appointments that open every Friday for the following week.

    Bring your previous passport or other identity document. For a biometric photo no older than six months, use a certified digital-photo QR code or the onsite terminal if eligible. Original birth or marriage certificates are recommended to clarify names. The branch’s photo terminal is suitable only from 120 cm height; smaller children need a certified photo provider. Self-made and printed photos are not accepted. Card and supported contactless payments are available; cash payment is also possible at this branch.

  • Leipzig

    Bürgerbüro Leutzsch

    Georg-Schwarz-Straße 140, 04179 Leipzig

    Walk in or book ahead, with fresh appointment slots published every weekday at five in the afternoon.

    Bring your previous passport or other identity document. The city recommends bringing your original birth certificate. Use a biometric photo no older than six months: bring the digital QR code from a certified provider, or use the branch’s photo terminal. The terminal is suitable only from 120 cm height; smaller children need a certified photo provider. Self-made and printed photos are not accepted. Check the city’s additional requirements for a child’s application. This office is cashless: bring a debit or credit card or supported contactless payment.

  • Leipzig

    Bürgerbüro Liebertwolkwitz

    Liebertwolkwitzer Markt 1, 04288 Leipzig

    Walk in or book ahead, and note the midday break on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays.

    Bring your previous passport or other identity document. For a biometric photo no older than six months, use a certified digital-photo QR code or the onsite terminal if eligible. Original birth or marriage certificates are recommended to clarify names. The branch’s photo terminal is suitable only from 120 cm height; smaller children need a certified photo provider. Self-made and printed photos are not accepted. Bring a payment card, as the branch is switching to cashless payment. Bring a debit or credit card or supported contactless payment; do not rely on cash.

  • Leipzig

    Bürgerbüro Otto-Schill-Straße

    Otto-Schill-Straße 2, 04109 Leipzig

    Use the visitor entrance on the Dittrichring side, and ask for free video interpreting if you need it.

    Bring your previous passport or other identity document. For a biometric photo no older than six months, use a certified digital-photo QR code or the onsite terminal if eligible. Original birth or marriage certificates are recommended to clarify names. The branch’s photo terminal is suitable only from 120 cm height; smaller children need a certified photo provider. Self-made and printed photos are not accepted. Card and supported contactless payments are available; cash payment is also possible at this branch.

  • Leipzig

    Bürgerbüro Paunsdorf-Center

    Paunsdorfer Allee 1, 04329 Leipzig

    Walk in or book ahead, and note that it normally opens on Saturdays too.

    Bring your previous passport or other identity document. The city recommends bringing your original birth certificate. Use a biometric photo no older than six months: bring the digital QR code from a certified provider, or use the branch’s photo terminal. The terminal is suitable only from 120 cm height; smaller children need a certified photo provider. Self-made and printed photos are not accepted. Check the city’s additional requirements for a child’s application. This office is cashless: bring a debit or credit card or supported contactless payment.

  • Leipzig

    Bürgerbüro Ratzelbogen

    Kiewer Straße 1-3, 04209 Leipzig

    Residents of any Leipzig district can come, walk-in or booked, but check the opening hours before you go.

    Bring your previous passport or other identity document. For a biometric photo no older than six months, use a certified digital-photo QR code or the onsite terminal if eligible. Original birth or marriage certificates are recommended to clarify names. The branch’s photo terminal is suitable only from 120 cm height; smaller children need a certified photo provider. Self-made and printed photos are not accepted. Bring a payment card, as the branch is switching to cashless payment. Bring a debit or credit card or supported contactless payment; do not rely on cash.

  • Leipzig

    Bürgerbüro Schönefeld

    Ossietzkystraße 37, 04347 Leipzig

    If you have just moved to Leipzig, apply for the passport separately from registering your address.

    Bring your previous passport or other identity document. The city recommends bringing your original birth certificate. Use a biometric photo no older than six months: bring the digital QR code from a certified provider, or use the branch’s photo terminal. The terminal is suitable only from 120 cm height; smaller children need a certified photo provider. Self-made and printed photos are not accepted. Check the city’s additional requirements for a child’s application. This office is cashless: bring a debit or credit card or supported contactless payment.

  • Leipzig

    Bürgerbüro Wiedebach-Passage

    Biedermannstraße 9-13, 04277 Leipzig

    The branch in Connewitz offers free video interpreting, and closes over midday on Wednesdays.

    Bring your previous passport or other identity document. For a biometric photo no older than six months, use a certified digital-photo QR code or the onsite terminal if eligible. Original birth or marriage certificates are recommended to clarify names. The branch’s photo terminal is suitable only from 120 cm height; smaller children need a certified photo provider. Self-made and printed photos are not accepted. Bring a payment card, as the branch is switching to cashless payment. Bring a debit or credit card or supported contactless payment; do not rely on cash.

  • Leipzig

    Bürgerbüro Wiederitzsch

    Delitzscher Landstraße 55, 04158 Leipzig

    If you booked, keep your booking number, as you can check in up to ten minutes before your time.

    Bring your previous passport or other identity document. The city recommends bringing your original birth certificate. Use a biometric photo no older than six months: bring the digital QR code from a certified provider, or use the branch’s photo terminal. The terminal is suitable only from 120 cm height; smaller children need a certified photo provider. Self-made and printed photos are not accepted. Check the city’s additional requirements for a child’s application. This office is cashless: bring a debit or credit card or supported contactless payment.

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