Detailed description
With an emergency certificate, you can get social housing or other suitable accommodation more quickly.
They will be given priority when it comes to allocating affordable housing.
Apply for an emergency certificate
If you are in an emergency situation and urgently need suitable accommodation, you can apply for an emergency certificate.
Information
Important notes
Prerequisites
- You are in an emergency situation and it is not your fault.
- Your income and assets do not exceed certain limits.
Documents required
- Application for an emergency certificate
- Identity card or passport of all persons living in the household
- Marriage certificate, if applicable
- Birth certificates of all children, if applicable
- Current rental agreement
- Proof of income for the last 12 months
- Evidence of your emergency situation (e.g., termination letter from the landlord, medical certificates)
Please note
No
Deadlines
The emergency certificate is valid for 2 years.
Procedure & Fees
Procedure
- You submit your informal application in writing to the responsible authority and attach all necessary documents.
- The responsible authority will examine your application.
- You will be informed of the decision in writing.
Processing time
The processing of your application depends on the individual case.
Fees
The fee for issuing an emergency certificate is between EUR 9.00 and EUR 18.00.
Legal notes
Legal remedies
Contradiction
Legal basis
Section 16 of the Hamburg Housing Promotion Act (HmbWoFG)
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Last updated: 28.10.2025