Information for German nationals
Information for passport applicants on the introduction of biometrically-enabled passports (e-passports)
With the introduction of facial biometrics in passports issued from 1 November 2005 onwards, please note that passport photographs need to meet higher standards than in the past. The fee for the new chip-based passports will also be increased.
Centre for German Legal Information
The internet portal Centre for German Legal Information (CGerLI) is a gateway to German law in English. It offers you a comprehensive and freely accessible database of electronic materilas on German law. It brings together English translations of court decisions, legislation, articles and other law-related documents.
Information about Pakistan
General information from the Foreign Office about the economy, politics, culture, history etc. of Pakistan.
Security advice
The Federal Foreign Office's website provides information on a daily basis on the security situation in Pakistan.
Assistance in case of emergency
We would like to give you some tips on how to prevent emergencies, even before the start of your journey. But should the worst come to the worst - your passport disappears, your money is lost - then find out here how the Consulate General can help you.
Consular services
For Germans resident abroad, the German missions abroad are the most important liaison point with Germany for all legal matters. Here we will tell you about our principal services and the procedures used.
