Changing names and gender marker
The official adjustment of the gender entry and first name/s is important for many trans, intersex and nonbinary people. Our specialist department for changes of first name and gender entry is here to support everyone who has questions about officially changing their first name and gender entry.
Since 2018, in addition to “male” and “female”, there has also been the gender entry “diverse” in Germany. It is also possible to delete the gender entry.
Since 2018 it is possible to choose the gender marker “diverse” (divers in German) or to cancel the gender marker in official documents. In November 2024, the self determination-law (SBGG) came into force. This new law enables a change of first name and gender entry without expert opinions or medical certificates. You can find more information in our new brochure (only in German).
We offer:
• psychosocial counseling for trans, intersex and nonbinary people to change their first name and gender entry
• advice for professionals
•Training and inputs for organizations