1. Submit your request to a obtain a copy of the birth certificate at the Canadian Embassy in Germany (contact information provided below).
2. Do not forget to bring a valid identification, you will be asked to present this to confirm your identity and to make sure that you have the right to obtain the certificate.
3. Pay the application fee.

• Written application
• Document certifying the identity of applicant

Embassy of Canada, Berlin

Address:
Embassy of Canada
Leipziger Platz 17
D - 10117 Berlin, Germany
Tel: +49 (30) 20 312 - 0

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Certified copy of an original document (per copy):

• CAN: 20.00
• Euro: 15.00

How to pay consular fees:

Note: The account below is not to be used for any visa or work permit related payment.

1. Bank transfer (Überweisung) or cash deposit to the embassy's account at:
   Deutsche Bank Berlin
   Embassy of Canada
   IBAN DE26 1007 0000 0927 1313 00
   BIC DEUTDEBBXXX
   Reference: [type of service requested]
   Include proof of payment with your application.
2. Credit card (for payment in CAN$ only). Note that the credit card payment service is offered by NBX Logistic Services (NBX). A non-refundable fee applies and is subject to change without notice. Link to obtain the necessary form and information.
3. Cash, only if you appear in person at the Embassy or at one of our consulates. Make sure you have the exact amount.

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e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

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e.g. The state office holds birth records since january 1908.

• Name on the certificate
• Date of birth
• Place of birth
• Name of parents

A Birth Certificate states the name and sex of a person, it also indicates the time and place of birth, it is issued after you have registered the birth of a child. A copy of the birth certificate is often needed when you apply for a passport, a driver license or a marriage license.

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e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

Embassy of Canada - Berlin

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