Markus Buchheit· ESN

Nuanced

14-year-olds are already able to change their gender

Omissions

• Parental or guardian consent is required for 14-17 year olds to change their gender entry
• The claim does not mention that the law entered into force in 2024
• The process requires a declaration to the registry office, not an automatic change

Sources

• PrimaryGesetze im Internet (German Laws Online)Act on Self-Determination With Regard to Gender Markers - official German legislation text
• SecondaryBBCUnder the Self-Determination Act, people aged 14 and older will be able to change their first name and gender entry by making a declaration to the registry office; those aged 14-18 require parental/guardian approval
• SecondaryEuronewsFor German citizens aged 14-18, applications to change first name or gender entry must be approved by parents and guardians
• SecondaryOxford Human Rights HubThe Self-Determination Act allows citizens aged 14 or older to change their gender entry and given names on official documents through a simple declaration
• SecondaryPOLITICO EuropeUnder the Self-Determination Act, people aged 14 and older will be able to change their first name and gender entry by making a declaration to the registry office