De-register, re-register, or register your residence?
Have you just moved? Then you are probably still busy unpacking. But don’t forget to plan enough time for formalities in between so that you don’t miss any important deadlines. For example, think about canceling, re-registering, and registering with utilities, savings banks, insurance companies, or subscriptions. You should also inform the residents’ registration office about your new address. On this page, we would like to explain what you should do if you want to cancel, re-register, or register your place of residence.
Registration for multiple apartments or a second home
If you have multiple homes, for example, because you have to commute for work, you should register one of them as your main residence. This is usually where you spend most of your time. If you live with your family, you should register your family residence. Do you have a second home? That should be registered too.
Change of residence
So if you move to a new city, you have to register. But are you moving to the same city or municipality? Then you have to re-register your place of residence at the residents’ registration office within 14 days. If you want to re-register your place of residence, you will need your identity card or passport. You can make an appointment online just like when registering.
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Deregister your residence
Are you moving out of your apartment and not into a new apartment in Germany? Then you must cancel the registration at the registration office at least one week before and at most 14 days before you actually move out, in person and with a valid ID card or passport. In some cities, the cancellation of registration can also be sent by post. In particular, you must cancel your place of residence if you …:
- Move abroad
- Leave a second home
- Become homeless
Unsubscribe: Form
Do you need a deregistration form? Then download the free form to deregister your residence in Germany below.
Form Deregistration of Residence Germany
Do you want to cancel your registration, register, or change your address and do you need help? At Schwabe Moving Company we are happy to help you.
Schwabe Moving Company is happy to help you with a template for terminating your rental agreement. You can use our free template to terminate your tenancy agreement.
Further moving tips from GEZ on the topic of terminating your tenancy agreement and landlord confirmation.