eID card (EU/EEA)
Citizens from an EU country (except Germany) or Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein can apply for an eID card.
Description
The eID card in cheque card format is valid for 10 years. It does not contain a photograph or signature. The eID card contains a data chip with the personal data and address. It is intended exclusively for online use and cannot be used as an ID or travel document.
If you are visually impaired, you can obtain a transparent sticker with the Braille characters "ad" (for identity document) for your e-ID card. You can order it from us when you apply for or collect your e-ID card. You can also obtain the Braille sticker at any time at a later date. To do this, call the Citizens Office service hotline on 089/ 233-96000 or use our contact form.
You must always apply in person. You must make an appointment to visit our citizens' offices.
You need an appointment to visit the Citizens Office .
Prerequisites
- You are older than 16 years.
- You are from an EU country or Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein.
- You are registered as having your main residence in Munich.
Required documents
- original national identity documents (ID card/identity card, passport)
- the fees must be paid in full when the application is submitted
Questions & Answers
The online ID function of the eID card gives you access to digital German administrative services and you can use it to identify yourself on the Internet and at vending machines/self-service terminals.
This makes it easier for you to communicate with online shops, banks, insurance companies, public authorities, social networks and companies and legitimise yourself accordingly.
No. The "PIN reset letter" online service offered by Bundesdruckerei GmbH was discontinued on 29 December 2023. To reset your PIN, you must go to a Citizens Office in person with your eID card.
You can find information on the ID card portal of the Federal Ministry of the Interior and for Home Affairs.
If you are visually impaired, you can obtain a transparent sticker with the Braille characters "ad" (for identity document) for your e-ID card. You can order it from us when you apply for or collect your eID card. You can also obtain the Braille sticker at any time at a later date. To do this, call the Citizens Office service hotline on 089/ 233-96000 or send an e-mail to: buergerbuero.kvr@muenchen.de
Yes, if you move house, the address on the chip of the eID card must be changed. To do this, the original eID card must be presented at a Citizens Office.