Report a home burglary
Filing a police report for burglary and securing evidence at the crime scene.
How to proceed
- 1
Call the police immediately (110)
Do not enter or disturb the crime scene until the police have finished collecting evidence.
- 2
File a criminal complaint
Have the police document the facts of the case and make an inventory of the stolen items.
- 3
Secure file numbers for insurance and documentation
For home insurance and, if applicable, victim compensation.
Responsible authority
The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →
Fees
Varies by case
Processing time
1 day
Official: max. 1 day
Online application
In person or by post
Common mistakes
- • Crime scene altered before police arrived (evidence destroyed)
- • Insurance company notified the police without filing a report
The essentials before applying
Who is eligible?
Victims of a residential burglary or a commercial break-in.
Income limit
The limit varies by household and region – see the table at the responsible authority or in the application assistant.
Processing time
Nationwide: approx. 1 day
Success rate
approx. 18.0 % (estimate)
Most common mistakes
- •Crime scene altered before police arrived (evidence destroyed)
- •Insurance company notified the police without filing a report
Common reasons for rejection
Alternatives
- Check related services in the application assistant
- Use social counselling before applying
If rejected
Read the decision carefully: often submitting missing documents or reapplying helps more than an objection.