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eID card application
The eID card is a document that provides the online ID function for people who are not entitled to be issued with an ID card or residence permit with online ID function.
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Basic information
With the eID card, it is possible to identify yourself securely on the Internet via an eID client, such as the AusweisApp provided by the federal government, or at citizen terminals. Similar to online shopping or banking, it can be used to quickly and easily complete administrative procedures and numerous other services.
Basic functions:
- electronic proof of identity
- Electronic signature
- Only suitable as electronic proof of identity and not as an identity document or travel document
Notes:
- In order to use the online ID function, a card reader and an eID client, such as the AusweisApp, are required
Requirements
- eID cards can only be obtained by persons who are either EU citizens or citizens of another state of the European Economic Area (EEA). Exception: German citizens cannot obtain an eID card. However, the eID function has already been included in every German identity card since 2010.
- The person applying for the card must have reached the age of 16.
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Procedure
- The eID card can only be applied for in person.
- If you wish, you can have your new eID card delivered directly to your home. You can find the requirements and further information on "Direct delivery" under "Further information" - "Direct delivery information sheet".
- You can find all information on collecting your eID card under "Further information" - "Collecting your ID card / passport / eID card".
More information
- Validity period of the eID card: 10 years
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Competent Department
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citizens' office Bürgeramt
- (0421) 115
- Stresemannstraße 48, 28207 Bremen
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BürgerServiceCenter-Mitte BürgerServiceCenter-Mitte
- (0421) 115
- (0421) 361-89460
- Pelzerstraße 40, 28195 Bremen
- bscmitte
@buergeramt. bremen. de
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Citizen Service Centre North BürgerServiceCenter-Nord
- (0421) 115
- (0421) 496-55600
- Gerhard-Rohlfs-Straße 62, 2. Etage, 28757 Bremen
- bscnord
@buergeramt. bremen. de
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Citizen Service Centre, Stresemannstraße BürgerServiceCenter-Stresemannstraße
- (0421) 115
- (0421) 361-14096 (Zentrales Faxgerät)
- Stresemannstraße 48, 28207 Bremen
- bscstre
@buergeramt. bremen. de
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Fees / Costs
37,00 EUR
15,00 EUR additionally when using the direct shipping option -
Deadlines & processing time
How long does it take to process
4 weeks
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The official information in German is complete and correct. 02.02.2026