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Registration Matters

Change your address

Registering your residence with the Department of Citizenship and Immigration after moving—required by law within 14 days.

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Damit wir Change your address mit dem zuständigen Bürgeramt in Ihrer Stadt anzeigen können.

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Processing: 1 daySuccess rate: 99.5 %
Last reviewed: August 02, 2026Verified sources:Bundesministerium der Justiz – Bundesmeldegesetz

Quick answer

  1. 1

    Documents you need

    Identification card or passport · Landlord's Confirmation

  2. 2

    Responsible authority

    The authority of your main residence

  3. 3

    How to do it

    Apply directly online

  4. 4

    Costs

    Kostenlos (Pflicht innerhalb 14 Tage nach Einzug)

Find the responsible authority

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Jeder Umzug innerhalb Deutschlands muss innerhalb von zwei Wochen beim zuständigen Einwohnermeldeamt gemeldet werden – auch bei einem Wegzug ins Ausland oder bei reiner Abmeldung.

Wir erklären den Ablauf der An- bzw. Ummeldung, welche Personen persönlich erscheinen müssen, welche Wohnungsgeberbestätigung nötig ist und welche Folgeanträge (Fahrzeug, Kindergeld, Wohngeld) Sie parallel bedenken sollten.

How to proceed

  1. 1

    Schedule an appointment

    Book an appointment online at the municipal office; in some cities, you can also visit without an appointment.

  2. 2

    Obtain a landlord's confirmation

    Have the landlord fill it out and sign it.

  3. 3

    Change your registration in person or online

    Present your ID card and confirmation, and receive a new certificate of residence.

Responsible authority

The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →

The essentials before applying

Who is eligible?

Anyone who is moving within Germany or moving to Germany.

Income limit

Processing time

Nationwide: approx. 1 day

Success rate

approx. 99.5 % (estimate)

Most common mistakes

  • Did not bring the landlord's confirmation of tenancy
  • 14-day deadline exceeded – fine may be imposed

Common reasons for rejection

  • Landlord's confirmation is missing

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.

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Questions & Answers

What happens if you fail to update your registration on time?

A fine of up to €1,000 may be imposed, though in practice, a warning is usually issued instead.

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