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Berlin Opens Key Bürgeramt Services to Walk-Ins Citywide

The move responds to persistent booking shortages by creating a uniform option across districts.

Overview

  • Residents can now obtain registration certificates, certificates of conduct, vehicle document address changes, trade register inquiries, PIN resets, and online ID activation without booking in advance.
  • Collecting passports, national ID cards, or driver’s licenses is now possible without an appointment at all Bürgerämter across Berlin.
  • The Senate and district offices are standardizing a mix of walk-in and appointment-based services to meet clear customer demand.
  • If staff cannot process a walk-in immediately, a near-term appointment will be arranged and visitors should plan for potential waiting times.
  • Officials urge residents to check location capacity in advance, while more than 400 services remain available via the Service-Portal as digital offerings continue to expand.