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 to the application without being printed . The fee is €6 – it is 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 at certified photo studios or retailers such as dm . In this case, applicants receive a 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)
