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Consulate General · Chicago, IL

German passport at the Chicago consulate

Consulate General of Germany in Chicago

676 North Michigan Avenue, Suite 3200, Chicago, IL 60611.The entrance is on East Huron Street. The Consulate can be reached by almost all bus lines which head to Downtown Chicago as well as by subway (Red Line). The nearest Red Line stations are Chicago and Grand.Parking facilites are available on 50 East Ohio Street, 2 blocks south from the Consulate's Building.

Public hours: Monday–Thursday 9 AM–12 PM, 1 PM–3 PM; Friday 9 AM–12 PM

Call+1 312 202 04 80 AppointmentHow to book DirectionsGoogle Maps

In person at the German Embassy, your responsible Consulate General or certain Honorary Consuls, by appointment. Fingerprints are taken at the appointment, so there is no mail or online application.

Step by step

  1. Find the German mission that covers your state with the Consulate Finder.
  2. Book an appointment online. Passport and ID card applications need separate appointments. The booking system does not work with the Safari browser.
  3. Fill in the application form and gather all original documents.
  4. Attend the appointment in person and give your fingerprints.
  5. Pay the fee by Visa or Mastercard (charged in euros), or by cash or money order in US dollars. Checks are not accepted.
  6. Wait about six to eight weeks for the passport. Some missions ask for a prepaid return envelope; your booking confirmation will say so.

Official passport page of the Chicago consulate

German passport fees in the US

Fees are set in euros; the US dollar amount varies with the exchange rate.

ServiceFee
Passport, age 24 and over (10-year)EUR 106
Passport, under 24 (6-year)EUR 73.50
Temporary passport (1 year)EUR 80

Source: germany.info. A missing amount means the fee was not published, not that the service is free.

Documents to bring

  • Completed application form
  • Two identical biometric photos
  • Birth certificate showing the exact place of birth
  • Marriage, divorce or death certificates, if applicable
  • Previous German passport
  • Proof of US residence or US citizenship (US passport, green card or visa)
  • US driver's license or a utility bill as proof of address
  • Naturalization certificate or name declaration, if applicable

Processing time

About six to eight weeks; longer if a name declaration is required.

Checked against official sources on November 3, 2026.

More about the Chicago consulate

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Does this office serve you?

Germany assigns each US state to one office. Pick the state where you live:

This office lists 13 states and territories in its published jurisdiction.

Nearest German offices

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Questions

Can I renew my German passport at the Chicago consulate?

Only if you live in its consular district: Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Ohio, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin. If you live elsewhere, apply at the German office for your state.

How much does a German passport cost in Chicago?

Passport, age 24 and over (10 years): EUR 106. Fees are set in euros; the US dollar amount varies with the exchange rate.

Do I need an appointment for a passport at the Chicago consulate?

Bookings are made through German Missions in the US online appointment system. Follow the booking instructions on the official page for passport services.

Sources (official websites, checked on November 3, 2026):

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