Identity card notification due to loss
If the identity card can no longer be found or has been lost, the loss must be reported immediately (loss notification). Under certain circumstances, it may be necessary to block the electronic proof of identity . In addition, a new identity card must be issued .
Process flow
The person concerned must present himself in person.
Who should I contact?
The responsibility lies with the municipality, joint municipality and city. Regardless of this, the police can also be informed.
Which documents are required?
- Replacement documents, such as passport or birth certificate to prove identity
What are the fees?
Fee: free of chargeIn case of loss report
What deadlines do I have to pay attention to?
The notification must be made immediately.
Legal basis
Section 27 (1) No. 3 of the Act on Identity Cards and Electronic Proof of Identity (PAuswG)
What else should I know?
At the same time as applying for a new identity card, it is possible to apply for a temporary identity card if necessary. For a new or temporary identity card, the relevant documents, deadlines and fees must be observed.
Technically approved by
Lower Saxony Ministry of the Interior and Sport
Author
The text was automatically translated based on the German content.