Documents B1

Apply for a certificate of good conduct

When a certificate of good conduct is needed and how the application works online or at the office.

fuehrungszeugnis dokumente behorde

What is that?

Online via the Federal Office of Justice or locally via the __LIVINGTERM_1__.

Where do I do that?

Online via the Federal Office of Justice or locally via the Bürgeramt (Citizens' office of the city administration).

Required documents

  • ID card or passport
  • For online applications: online ID function and PIN

Typical costs

There is usually a fee for the application; Exceptions are regulated by law.

Note: Costs may vary by state or city.

Progress

  1. 1 Check employer's request
  2. 2 Choose the application method (online/official).
  3. 3 Have documents ready
  4. 4 Submit the application and allow processing time

Important German words & sentences

das Führungszeugnis - amtlicher Auszug aus dem Register
Die Beantragung - offizieller Antrag
Die Bearbeitungszeit - Dauer bis zum Erhalt
Ich benötige ein Führungszeugnis für meinen neuen Job.
Kann ich den Antrag online stellen?

Common mistakes

  • • Incorrect recipient address or missing online ID function delays the process.

Official source