Change the registration of a second home
Registering or updating the registration of a second residence at the municipal office of the new place of residence.
How to proceed
- 1
Appointment at the Citizens' Office in your secondary residence
You must appear in person.
- 2
Provide a landlord's confirmation
Certificate to be completed by the landlord or property owner.
- 3
Received confirmation of registration
The second home is registered; a second-home tax may be due.
Required documents
- Landlord's ConfirmationMandatory
Mandatory document under the Federal Registration Act.
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
- • Failure to report second-home tax
- • Failure to re-register within the two-week deadline
The essentials before applying
Who is eligible?
People who move into an additional residence in addition to their primary residence.
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. 99.0 % (estimate)
Most common mistakes
- •Failure to report second-home tax
- •Failure to re-register within the two-week deadline
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.