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New regulations simplify application procedures for identity cards and passports
Since May 1, 2025, passport photos for identity cards and passports only digitally . The aim of this nationwide regulation is to increase security in the identification system while simultaneously simplifying the application process .
At the Weiterstadt town hall, residents can have their required passport photo taken directly at the photo terminal . The photo is securely transferred directly to the application without being printed . The fee is €6 only charged once if applying for both an identity card and a passport at the same time . For data protection reasons, the photo is automatically deleted after 96 hours .
Alternatively, you can have your digital passport photo taken certified photo studios or retailers such as dm data matrix code , which they must present at the city office. A list of all approved providers is available at alfo-passbild.com .
that babies and toddlers visit a professional photo studio. Taking standard-quality photos at photo kiosks is often difficult, as young children cannot yet hold their heads up independently or look into the camera.
(Weiterstadt - Red/PSW)
