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Order another birth certificate

A birth certificate (Geburtsurkunde) is an official paper about your birth. It shows your name, the day and place of birth. Here you see how to order a new one.

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Steps
4 key steps, up to 13 depending on your situation
For you
5 short questions, then you see your steps
Main office
Standesamt
Costs
Vienna paper order: written application 21 euros, ID-Austria-signed electronic request 13 euros; each certificate extra 13.10 euros, conventional attachments 6 …
Online
possible for 8 of 13 steps
What applies to you?How it worksFrequently asked questionsSourcesSimilar plans

How it works

These are the key steps, in the right order. Answer the short questions; then you see exactly what applies to you and what is added.

  1. 1Choose the right form of certificateThere are different forms of the certificate. A national one for Austria and an international one for other countries.Key step
    Why?
    The office that wants the certificate may need a certain form. The wrong form does not help you.
    What you do
    Ask the office which form it needs. Do you need the certificate abroad? Clarify translation and other steps first.
    Where?
    Standesamt / EmpfängerDirectly with the named service
    In detail

    Determine purpose and certificate format

    Ask the recipient about national or international format. For use abroad clarify a translation aid and any further formalities before applying.

    SourceNeuausstellung einer Geburtsurkunde
    Neuausstellung einer Geburtsurkunde

    Bundesministerium für Inneres · retrieved on 11/10/2026

    As of, according to the source: 14.1.2026

    Open original source
  2. 2Apply for the certificateNow you apply for the certificate. There is a digital extract from the federal government and a paper order in Vienna. These are two different services.Key step
    Why?
    Only the official way gives you a valid certificate. Do you already have a suitable one? Then use it.
    What you do
    Choose the right official way and apply yourself. einfach.wien does not order or pay anything for you.
    Where?
    StandesamtDirectly with the named service
    In detail

    Request the certificate through the official service

    Personally use confirmed official route. Federal digital extract and Vienna paper order are different services; app performs no login, order or payment. Use existing certificate if recipient accepts it.

    SourceNeuausstellung einer Geburtsurkunde
    Neuausstellung einer Geburtsurkunde

    Bundesministerium für Inneres · retrieved on 11/10/2026

    As of, according to the source: 14.1.2026

    Open original source
  3. 3Check the certificate carefullyYou have received the certificate. Now you check it carefully.Key step
    Why?
    A mistake in the name or date can cause problems later. The Standesamt can correct mistakes.
    What you do
    Check the spelling, date and form. Keep the certificate safe. Is something wrong? Contact the Standesamt.
    Where?
    StandesamtDirectly with the named service
    In detail

    Check the certificate on receipt

    Check spelling, date and requested format. Keep it safely and ask the registry to correct discrepancies.

    SourceNeuausstellung einer Geburtsurkunde
    Neuausstellung einer Geburtsurkunde

    Bundesministerium für Inneres · retrieved on 11/10/2026

    As of, according to the source: 14.1.2026

    Open original source
  4. 4Check fees and postageFees are money you pay the office. The digital extract from the federal government is free.Key step
    Why?
    The paper order in Vienna costs money. A written application costs 21 Euro, an electronic one with ID Austria 13 Euro. Plus 13,10 Euro per certificate.
    What you do
    There may be more costs for attachments and delivery. Ask the Standesamt about the total price beforehand.
    Where?
    StandesamtDirectly with the named service
    In detail

    Separate free extract from paper fees and mailing

    Federal digital extract free. Vienna paper order: written application 21 euros, ID-Austria-signed electronic request 13 euros; each certificate extra 13.10 euros, conventional attachments 6 euros/max 36 or IDAustria 3 euros each. Personal oral application free according to federal page, issue 11 euros+2.10 euros. Directly confirm actual total or mailing. Newborn exemption is no adult discount.

    SourceWiener Urkunden-Onlinebestellung: Papier, Voraussetzungen und Kosten
    Wiener Urkunden-Onlinebestellung: Papier, Voraussetzungen und Kosten

    Stadt Wien · retrieved on 11/10/2026

    As of, according to the source: 20.7.2026

    Open original source

Depending on your situation, this is added

  • First check your entry with the Standesamt
  • Get your photo ID ready
  • Handle other cases separately
  • Check your data in the ZPR
  • Get the free digital extract
  • Order the paper certificate online in Vienna
  • Order the certificate in writing
  • Check the format needed abroad
  • Ask about your order
Use the questions to find out which of these apply to you
Tailored to you

What applies to you?

Answer a few short questions. The steps change right away: what does not apply to you drops out.

Question 1 of at most 5

How far along are you with the birth certificate?

What is meant? This means: How far along are you? Have you already ordered or received the certificate?

What is your actual own order stage?
  • No sign-up needed
  • Nothing is sent to authorities
  • You submit applications yourself

Frequently asked questions

Can I do this online?

8 of 13 possible steps mention an online channel in their text. Requirements are in the official source.

What does it cost?

Costs or fees are stated for 1 step according to the source; details are listed with the step.

Do I need an einfach.wien account?

No. The plan works without registration; answers stay in your browser.

Does einfach.wien submit my application?

No. einfach.wien helps you prepare and links official channels. You submit applications yourself to the responsible service.

What this page is based on

The information is based on official sources. einfach.wien is a private project; the content has not been professionally reviewed. All information without guarantee, no legal advice. The responsible office is always authoritative.

SourceNeuausstellung einer Geburtsurkunde
Neuausstellung einer Geburtsurkunde

Bundesministerium für Inneres · retrieved on 11/10/2026

As of, according to the source: 14.1.2026

Open original source
SourceWiener Urkunden-Onlinebestellung: Papier, Voraussetzungen und Kosten
Wiener Urkunden-Onlinebestellung: Papier, Voraussetzungen und Kosten

Stadt Wien · retrieved on 11/10/2026

As of, according to the source: 20.7.2026

Open original source
SourceKostenfreies digitales Urkundenservice: eigene ZPR-Auszüge
Kostenfreies digitales Urkundenservice: eigene ZPR-Auszüge

Bundeskanzleramt · retrieved on 11/10/2026

Open original source

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