Your connection to Germany in Arizona
Honorary Consul of the Federal Republic of Germany in Arizona
Supporting German citizens and fostering German-American relations. The Honorary Consul provides selected consular services in Scottsdale, Arizona, by appointment.
Meet the Honorary Consul
Carolin Gey
As Honorary Consul of the Federal Republic of Germany in Arizona, Carolin Gey assists German nationals with selected consular matters and helps strengthen the ties between Germany and the Arizona community.
The Honorary Consul provides a defined range of services on behalf of the Consulate General and does not replace it. Many matters are accepted here and forwarded to the Consulate General in Los Angeles for processing.
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How we can help
Passport Services
The Honorary Consul accepts German passport and identity card applications and forwards them to the Consulate General for processing.
- Adult passport applications
- Children's passport applications
- Applications are forwarded to the Consulate General
Family Matters & Name Declarations
Certain family matters, including name declarations related to marriage, birth or divorce, can be prepared and forwarded through the Honorary Consul.
- Name declarations
- Marriage and birth related filings
- Supporting documents forwarded to the Consulate General
Document Certifications & Notarizations
The Honorary Consul can certify copies of documents and certify signatures (Beglaubigungen) within the scope permitted for an Honorary Consul.
- Certified copies of documents
- Signature certifications
- Apostille guidance and referrals
Life Certificates
Life certificates (Lebensbescheinigungen) for German pension and insurance purposes can be certified by the Honorary Consul.
- Life certificates for pension purposes
- Certification for German insurance providers
Certificate of Citizenship
Where supported, the Honorary Consul can assist with elements of a Certificate of Citizenship process; full determinations are handled by the Consulate General.
- Assistance within the Honorary Consul's scope
- Forwarding to the Consulate General as needed
Inheritance Declarations
Inheritance declarations (Erklärungen im Erbscheinverfahren) can be prepared through the Honorary Consul where supported and forwarded to the competent authority.
- Inheritance declarations
- Forwarding to the competent authority
Official requirements, documents and fees are set by the German government and may change. Confirm current amounts and accepted payment methods on the official germany.info pages or with the Consulate General before your appointment.
Community
German life in Arizona
Beyond consular services, the Honorary Consul supports the vibrant German-speaking community across Arizona, connecting newcomers, cultural clubs and local resources.
Visit the office
Honorary Consul of the Federal Republic of Germany in Arizona
13951 N Scottsdale Rd #211
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
Office visits are by appointment only.