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Technical and formal requirements

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For questions on software and IT equipment:

E-mail: DPMAdirekt@dpma.de

In order to make optimum use of the DPMAdirektPro programme, certain technical and formal requirements apply.

On the following pages, you will find out what you need in terms of technology and which formal requirements play a role. You will also learn what you should look out for when using a signature card and what security advantages you have when communicating with the DPMA via the Federal Government's virtual mail office.

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Last updated: 16 February 2026