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Niendorf Residents’ Affairs

Storage of signature certificates on your electronic proof of identity

You can use the electronic signature to sign a digital document (contracts, applications and certificates) that would otherwise only be legally binding in writing.
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Detailed description

The identity card with online identification function is prepared for the use of the electronic signature. You can use this function by purchasing a signature certificate from a certified provider and saving it on the ID card.

 

Information

Prerequisites

  • German within the meaning of Art. 116 Para. 1 Basic Law (GG)

Documents required

  • identity card

Please note

  • The function for using the electronic signature is automatically available after the ID card has been issued

Deadlines

no

Procedure

  • Your identity card will be issued automatically with the online ID function if you are over 16 years old. This function enables the ID card to be used as an electronic signature.
  • You must purchase an electronic signature certificate to be able to use the function.

Processing time

no

Fees

The costs for applying an electronic signature certificate depend on the pricing of the respective provider.

Payment methods available

  • Girocard
  • Cash payment

Legal remedies

no

Legal basis


  • § 22 Personal Identity Card Act (PAuswG)

  • Article 3 number 23 Regulation (EU) No. 910/2014 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 23 July 2014 on electronic identification and trust services for electronic transactions in the internal market and repealing Directive 1999/93/EC

  • Article 30 Regulation (EU) No. 910/2014 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 23 July 2014 on electronic identification and trust services for electronic transactions in the internal market and repealing Directive 1999/93/EC

Address and contact information

Niendorf Residents’ Affairs

You can use this service regardless of where you live in Hamburg in any Hamburg service.

Mon-Tue 12-7pm, Wed-Thu 7am-12pm, Fri 8am-2pm, Visits are by appointment only. You can book an appointment online (https://www.¼«ËÙʱʱ²Ê/go/17584) or by phone at 040 115.

You can take the required photo for your identity card, passport or children's passport beforehand at a terminal (Speed Capture Terminal).
Cost: 6 euros.
Please speak to the clerk afterwards.
Please allow a few minutes more time before your appointment to collect your data.

The self-recording terminal for fishing licenses and driving license applications cannot be used.
Please bring a passport photo (biometric) with you for these services.

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Last updated: 28.04.2025