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Passports for German Citizens
General information
Below please find the most important information for German citizens obtaining a German passport.
With effect of November 2007 fingerprints must be stored on a chip contained in German passports. This affects all passport applicants six years and older.
Every applicant is therefore required to apply in person.
Please consult the German Webpage for further information concerning the application of German passports and contact the Embassy for detailed clarification.
Information sheet
Travelling to or through South Africa with minors
Travel advisory with regard to children can be found on the German language website of the German Missions in South Africa.
