Service for citizens

Arranged from A-Z we provide an overview of the services and responsibilities of the city administration. Here you can find information on what services you can obtain from what offices and institutions - including those outside the town hall -, who is responsible for what tasks, how you can contact us, and, if necessary, which documents you need for specific services.
Naturally, you will also find here information on other authorities and institutions that are active in or for Essen.
The information provided here is continuously developed and updated.
In some cases we offer forms that you can call up on screen and print out
Note: For ease of identification and better clarity, all designations and references have been left in German.