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Authentication of documents for pension matters


The certification confirms that the content of the copy is identical to the original document. However, the certification does not certify the authenticity or validity of the original.

This service is offered exclusively on a municipal basis. Your request can therefore only be processed if you have your main place of residence in Bremen.

As of now, you do not need an appointment for this request at the BürgerServiceCenters Mitte, Nord and Stresemannstrasse. You can do this at the express counter. Please note the different opening hours of the express counters in the various BürgerServiceCenters.

Certifications may be made for the following state pension insurance institutions:

  • Pension insurance institutions
  • pension funds
  • Maritime funds
  • miners' guilds

What documents do I need?

  • Identity card or passport
  • Letter from the requesting authority
  • Presentation of the original document
    • The original must be written in German.
  • Copies, if applicable
    • Copies brought in must reproduce the entire original document
    • A multi-page document must not be copied on both sides