Application for Certificate of Conduct at the Citizen’s Office

A certificate of conduct is an official document that confirms a person's lack of a criminal record. It is often required for applications or official requests and can be applied for at the citizens' office. In German, this document is called "Antrag auf Führungszeugnis beim Bürgeramt".

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Application for a Certificate of Conduct at the Citizens’ Office (Antrag auf Führungszeugnis beim Bürgeramt)

A certificate of conduct is an important document that certifies a person’s lack of criminal record. It is often required for applications or official requests in Germany and Austria.

When is a Certificate of Conduct needed?

A certificate of conduct is often required when applying for a job, applying for a residence permit, or joining certain professional groups.

Legal Basis

In Germany, the issuance of the certificate of conduct is based on the Federal Central Register Act (BZRG). In Austria, the Criminal Records Act (StrRegG) is relevant. Both laws regulate the recording and access to criminal information.

Required Information

  • Full name and date of birth
  • Current address
  • Valid identity card or passport

In summary, the certificate of conduct is an essential document for many official and professional matters in Germany and Austria.

FAQ

The issuance of a certificate of conduct usually takes 1-2 weeks. In urgent cases, an express procedure can be requested.

  • Valid identity card or passport
  • Full address
  • Date of birth

Yes, in Germany and Austria it is possible to apply for the certificate of conduct online through the respective authorities’ websites.