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Description of the
Since 1 September 2021, a transparent Braille sticker with the word "ad" (identity document) can be affixed to the ID card, the eID card or the electronic residence permit on the back of the ID card at the request of the document holder.
The Braille sticker is intended to make it easier to distinguish an ID card, eID card or electronic residence permit from other cards in cheque card format, for example in a wallet.
Prerequisites
- Submit an informal application to the relevant competent authority (identity card and eID card authorities, i.e. the municipalities of the (main) place of residence, as well as the immigration authorities for the electronic residence permit)
- Holders of an identity card, an eID card or an electronic residence permit
Deadlines
The Braille sticker can be affixed immediately when the ID document is issued or at a later date.
Required documents
Identity card, eID card or electronic residence permitCosts
noneLegal basis
- § Section 18b of the Identity Card Ordinance (PAuswV)
Stickers with Braille
- § Section 36b of the Identity Card Ordinance (PAuswV)
Corresponding application of the regulations on the identity card
- § Section 59 (2a) of the Residence Ordinance (AufenthV)
Model residence permits
- § Section 18b of the Identity Card Ordinance (PAuswV)
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Procedure
The sticker is only affixed to the back of the ID document at the request of the cardholder.
Processing time
The Braille sticker is affixed to the document when applying in person for an ID card, eID card or electronic residence permit when the document is issued or at a later date.