Geburtsurkunde (Birth Certificate) Apostille
Geburtsurkunde (Birth Certificate) Apostille
A German Geburtsurkunde (birth certificate) is one of the most frequently requested documents for German nationals and residents in the UAE. Whether you are sponsoring a family member, enrolling a child in a UAE school, or processing legal paperwork, UAE authorities require your German birth certificate to carry a valid apostille issued by the competent German authority.
Germany is a signatory to the Hague Apostille Convention, which means German public documents can be authenticated with an apostille rather than the longer embassy legalisation process. However, the apostille process in Germany is decentralised: the authority that issues the apostille depends on the type of document and the German state (Bundesland) where it was issued. For birth certificates, the apostille is typically issued by the Landgericht (Regional Court) or the Regierungspräsidium (Regional Government) of the state where the Standesamt that issued the certificate is located.
Green Apple Attest navigates this complexity for you. We identify the correct issuing authority for your specific Geburtsurkunde, coordinate with our German partners to submit the document, and manage the entire process from our Dubai office. If your birth certificate is older or needs to be re-issued by the Standesamt, we arrange that as well.
Since most UAE authorities require German documents to be translated into English or Arabic, we also offer certified translation services bundled with the apostille for a streamlined experience.
Documents Required
- Original Geburtsurkunde (birth certificate) issued by the Standesamt
- Clear colour scan of the birth certificate for pre-assessment
- Copy of your valid passport or Personalausweis (ID card)
- Details of the issuing Standesamt (city and state)
- Completed Green Apple Attest service request form
- Proof of UAE address for return delivery
Special Requirements
- • The apostille authority varies by Bundesland. Processing times and fees differ between states.
How It Works
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1Submit a scan of your Geburtsurkunde for our free pre-assessment and identification of the correct apostille authority.
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2We provide a detailed quote covering apostille fees, courier, and optional translation services.
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3Send the original certificate to our German partner address or arrange re-issuance from the Standesamt.
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4Our team submits the document to the appropriate authority (Landgericht or Regierungspräsidium) for apostille.
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5The apostilled certificate is couriered to your UAE address, with optional certified translation included.
Insider Tips
Insider Tips
- Request a fresh Geburtsurkunde from the Standesamt if your original is more than 6 months old. Some UAE authorities prefer recently issued certificates.
- If you need both apostille and translation, always get the apostille first, then have the apostilled document translated. The translation should cover the apostille stamp as well.
- German birth certificates come in different formats (Geburtsurkunde vs. beglaubigte Abschrift aus dem Geburtenregister). Confirm with the UAE receiving authority which format they require.
Frequently Asked Questions
It depends on the Bundesland where the Standesamt is located. In most states, the Landgericht (Regional Court) or the Regierungspräsidium handles apostilles for civil documents. We identify the correct authority based on where your certificate was issued.
Yes, as long as it is an original issued by a Standesamt. However, some UAE authorities prefer recently issued certificates. If needed, we can arrange a fresh copy (beglaubigte Abschrift) from the Standesamt before apostille.
Most UAE authorities require German documents to be accompanied by a certified English or Arabic translation. We offer a translation-and-apostille bundle that covers both requirements in a single service.
Processing times vary by state authority, but typically range from 5 to 10 working days. Including courier time, total turnaround is usually 8 to 14 working days from receipt of your document.
Quick Facts
- Processing Time
- 10-18 business days
- Pricing From
- AED 400
- Country
- Germany
- Delivery
- Free across the UAE
Questions About This Service?
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