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Certifying documents

Sometimes, even when abroad, Germans and foreigners may need to have documents certified or signatures or manual signs, transcripts or copies authenticated. Local notaries and authorities are not always able to be of assistance if the document in question is required in Germany.

Seal of notary public
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International Recognition / Legalization of Documents

Foreign documents are often only recognised by the authorities of another state if their authenticity and evidentiary value have been confirmed by a special procedure. Procedures of international recognition have been developed to certify that documents were issued correctly by the competent agency.

Photo of stamps
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International marriages

As globalization progresses, the number of “international” marriages grows. However, it should be remembered that marriage is, first and foremost, a legally binding contract which has many consequences and that additional requirements may have to be met if the ceremony is performed abroad.

wedding rings
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International divorce law

Applicable law On 21 June 2012, the EU Rome III Regulation entered into force governing which law is to be applied in the case of a divorce in an international context. This Regulation applies for 17…

International divorce law
22.12.2024 Page

German Citizenship

Learn more about German citizenship and naturalisation

A man receives his certificate of naturalization during the course of a festive ceremony.
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eID: the card with an electronic identification function for citizens of the European Union and European Economic Area nationals

On 1 November 2019, the Act on a Card with an Electronic Identification Function for Citizens of the European Union and the European Economic Area (eID-Karte-Gesetz, or eIDKG) entered into force.
As of 1 November 2021, eID cards can also be issued by Germany’s missions abroad.

sample eID card
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Abduction of children

Cross-border child abduction occurs if one parent takes joint children abroad without the consent of the other parent who also has custody or prevents them from returning home after a holiday.

Child watches through a airport window
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