Change your address in Bernau bei Berlin
Change your address in Bernau bei Berlin is handled by the Bürgeramt Bernau bei Berlin. What differs from the national average – and what does not.
Responsible office for Change your address in Bernau bei Berlin
Bürgeramt Bernau bei Berlin · Bürgeramt
Bürgermeisterstraße 2516321 Bernau bei Berlin
Di 08:30–12:00, 13:00–17:30 · Do 08:30–12:00, 13:00–15:30 · Fr 09:00–12:00
How to proceed
- 1
Schedule an appointment
Book an appointment online at the municipal office; in some cities, you can also visit without an appointment.
- 2
Obtain a landlord's confirmation
Have the landlord fill it out and sign it.
- 3
Change your registration in person or online
Present your ID card and confirmation, and receive a new certificate of residence.
Required documents
- Identification card or passportMandatory
- Landlord's ConfirmationMandatoryOften forgotten
Responsible authority
You can find the responsible authority in Bernau bei Berlin with all contact details above.
All authorities for Change your address →Fees
Kostenlos (Pflicht innerhalb 14 Tage nach Einzug)
Processing time
1 day in Bernau bei Berlin
Official: max. approx. 2 weeks
Online application
Apply online →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
The essentials before applying
Who is eligible?
Anyone who is moving within Germany or moving to Germany.
Income limit
The limit varies by household and region – see the table at the responsible authority or in the application assistant.
Processing time
Bernau bei Berlin: 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.
Everything about Change your address
Regional overview
In Bernau bei Berlin, Change your address currently takes about 1 day. Statutory maximum: approx. 2 weeks. In practice it is rarely below this. Responsible: Bürgeramt Bernau bei Berlin. In Bernau bei Berlin we expect around 1 day processing time – based on reports from the region, not on official figures. Submit complete documents with your first application – every query costs weeks.
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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Responsible authority
- Change your address in Bernau bei Berlin
- City Bernau bei Berlin
- State information
Regional specifics
- Relocation Assistance (Job Center)
Grant
- Housing Eligibility Certificate (WBS)
Grant
- Deadlines
- Checklist
- Authorities
- Certificate of Registration
Proof of current residence
- Change your address – overview
Handle Change your address online
Submit your application directly online – without visiting an office.
Start online application