A user in the reading room of the Federal Archives, Source: BArch, B 198 Bild-2017-0220-034 / Photographer: Nobel, Jürgen

View and use archive material

On this page you will find out what you need to do to gain access to the archive material of the Federal Archives. Apply to use documents, prepare your stay at the Federal Archives as best as possible and find out about information on using the archive material of the Federal Archives.

Submit a usage application

Here you will find an overview of the most important application forms in the Federal Archives and find out when you need which form.

Exterior view of the location in Lichterfelde.

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Visit to the Archives on Site

Prepare, book an appointment and visit us: Here you can find out everything you need to know about visiting the Federal Archives.

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Digitisation on Demand

Reproductions with a maximum resolution of 400 ppi can be requested from the Federal Archives. On this page you will find out how you can obtain digital copies of archive material at the various locations.