Search Germany Public Records

Use the databases listed on this page. Each Germany government office maintains its own records separately. There is no single database for all Germany public records.

Start with the strategy box at the top of this page. It tells you which Germany databases to search and in what order. Don't guess which system to use — each record type has its own office and database.

Many Germany government databases are free. Some charge fees for certified copies or detailed searches. Every source on this page is verified and links directly to an official portal.

No. German criminal records (Führungszeugnis) can only be requested by the subject themselves through the Federal Office of Justice. There is no public search. Employers must ask the candidate to provide their own certificate of conduct.

Use the Handelsregister at handelsregister.de. Search by company name to find registration details, legal form, managing directors, and registered capital. Basic searches are free. Certified extracts cost a small fee.