Authenticating copy or transcript

The municipality may issue certified copies of certain documents. For example, of your passport or driver's license. By authenticating, the official certifies that the copy looks exactly like the original.

You may need a certified copy or certified transcript for:

  • formal transactions, such as buying a house
  • cases where you do not want to hand over the original document, for example, in the case of a copy of an identity document

Diplomas and/or certificates

Copies of diplomas and certificates are not authenticated by the municipality. For this, please contact the educational institution where you obtained the diploma or certificate. Documents with a church affiliation are also not authenticated by the municipality.

Making an appointment

Appointment authentication copy

Change or delete appointment?

Once you have made an appointment you will receive a confirmation e-mail. This e-mail also contains a link that allows you to change or delete your appointment.

Do you no longer have the e-mail? Call 14 079. A staff member can change or delete the appointment for you.

What should you bring?
  • the original document
  • a valid identity document
Costs

You pay the fee at the authentication. At the counter, you can only pay by debit or credit card.

DescriptionCosts
Authenticating copy or transcript (per page).€ 3,83

Price changes and typographical errors reserved.

How long will it take?

You will receive the certified copy(s) immediately.