apply for a passport
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Ausweise und Dokumente
Procedure
- The passport can only be applied for in person, as a handwritten signature is required at the time of application.
- You can have your new passport delivered directly to your home if you wish. You can find the requirements and further information on "Direct delivery" under "Further information" - "Direct delivery information sheet".
- All information on collecting your passport can be found under "Further information" - "Where can I find out more?" - "Collecting your ID card / passport / eID card".
Legal bases
More information
Validity:
- for persons under 24 years of age: 6 years
- for persons aged 24 and over: 10 years
Taking fingerprints
- Since November 1, 2007, two fingerprints must always be taken of the applicant when applying for a new passport. The fingerprints are stored exclusively in the chip of the passport as an additional security feature.
For further information, please call (0421) 361-88660.
