In case of name change:

• official proof of place and date of birth (e.g. identity card or passport), registration certificate if applicable,
• previous driver's license
• a biometric photograph according to the passport regulation (35 x 45 mm, frontal shot, portrait format). Information and examples can be found in the photo sample board (Bundesdruckerei).
• in case of name change due to marriage: additionally certified copy of the marriage certificate, if the name has not yet been changed in the identity card or passport,
• in case of name change due to divorce: additional name change certificate from the registry office, if the name has not yet been changed in the identity card or passport.
• For more information, please contact the responsible office

In case of theft, loss, illegibility:

• a biometric photograph according to the passport regulation (35 x 45 mm, frontal shot, portrait format). Information and examples can be found in the photo sample board (Bundesdruckerei).
• If applicable, submission of an affidavit instead of the whereabouts of the driver's license
• official proof of place and date of birth (e.g. identity card or passport)
• If applicable, current registration certificate
• If applicable, theft report from the police