News from Kubschütz: Residents' registration office closes on July 15, 2025!

News from Kubschütz: Residents' registration office closes on July 15, 2025!

No more chaos around passport photos! From July 15, 2025, a new course will be taken in the inhabitant registration office of Kubschütz, because from this date a biometric passport photo can be made for only € 6.00 directly on site. This innovation falls into a larger change that is in full swing, especially in Germany. Because from May 2025 only digital passport photos may be used. This relies on a secure system against counterfeits and manipulations, which is particularly important with regard to morphing techniques. Tagesschau describes that the images now have to be created either directly in the authority or submitted via a secure transmission path.

The advantages of digital passport photos

digital passport photos offer a number of advantages. As the website passport-photo.online, you can easily create your passport photos using an online passo generator. The AI-based software ensures that the image comes in the right size and with a suitable, monochrome background. The recommended photo format is 35 × 45 mm with a minimum resolution of 300 dpi. The result? Pass photos that can meet all requirements and can be processed in no time.

With the new system, not only are flexibility and quick processing guaranteed, but you usually have the option of getting the images delivered to your home as professional photo prints. In addition, glasses wearers can wear their glasses, but no sunglasses or tinted glasses.
The face must be centrally placed and always have a neutral expression. You can read information about technical requirements and other details on the page mentioned.

what to do without a smartphone?

For people who do not have a smartphone or internet access, there is a practical solution: You can be photographed against the already mentioned fee of 6 euros in the residents' registration office. This is particularly practical because many citizens' offices do without the fee if a valid biometric photo is presented. Tagesschau reports that customers can continue to go to photographers, residence such as DM also offer good service, but a certified system must also be used here.

The switch to digital passport photos brings a breath of fresh air and ensures clear conditions. A good step into the future that makes the process easier for both applicants and the authorities. Family familiarize yourself with the new regulations in good time and do not forget to come to the residents' registration office on July 17, 2025 - it could turn out to be extremely positive!