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If you move, you'll have to deal with paperwork. But what about Germany? That's a whole other thing. Missing even one form might turn your move into a bureaucratic nightmare because the government relies on paperwork.
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German Moving Paperwork You Can't Forget If you move, you'll have to deal with paperwork. But what about Germany? That's a whole other thing. Missing even one form might turn your move into a bureaucratic nightmare because the government relies on paperwork. Begin with your registration You have 14 days after moving to register your new address. Doesn't that sound easy? Not really. Take these papers to your local registration office (Einwohnermeldeamt): Your passport or ID Lease or deed to the property Confirmation from your landlord (Wohnungsgeberbestätigung) If you don't do this step, you'll have to pay fines. If you bring everything, it will take roughly 30 minutes.
Changes at the Tax Office When you relocate within Germany, your taxes vary. Within four weeks, get in touch with your local tax office (Finanzamt). You will need: New certificate of registration Information about your job Banking information Office Relocation Services Germany providers generally take care of this paperwork when businesses migrate. They know what the law says in your area and can save you a lot of time. Changes to Vehicle Registration Do you have a car? You also need to update the registration for your car. To register your car, go to the local Zulassungsstelle with: Certificate of registration for a vehicle Confirmation of insurance New address registration ID cards Depending on where you're moving, you might require new license plates. Plan on spending between 30 and 50 euros on new plates.
Changes to Banks and Insurance Banks need to know about address changes within two weeks. Most of them allow you do this online now, but others still want to get a letter. Get in touch with these service providers about your move: Company that sells health insurance Insurance company for cars Home insurance (if you need it) Any additional types of insurance Insurance companies are particular about when things happen. Late notices can change your coverage. Notifications for School and Work Are you moving with kids? Schools need to be told about changes of address in writing. Take your new registration certificate to the school office. Your employer also needs your new address for tax and payroll reasons. Usually, HR departments provide forms for this. Moving to another country requires more steps
When you Move from Germany to Spain, you have to follow the rules of both nations. You will need: De-registration from the German government (Abmeldung) Proof of address change for forwarding mail to other countries New information for any German bank accounts you have You can de-register at the same office where you first enrolled. Bring your ID and the address of your future home in another country. It makes sense to get professional help Fixed-Price Movers in Germany often offer help with paperwork as part of their services. They know what has to be done in your area and can help you through it. Some moving companies work with the local government to make paperwork easier. When you ask for bids, be sure to ask about these services. Things People Often Do Wrong Don't put it off until the last minute. German offices are only open at certain times and can get hectic. Make sure you keep copies of everything. You will need to look at these papers many times as you relocate. Check the spelling on all forms again. It's not easy for German bureaucracy to forgive mistakes. Final Words Moving paperwork in Germany might be stressful, but splitting it up into steps can help. First, register, and then make changes to your taxes, car, and insurance. Take your time and make accurate records. When everything goes well, your future self will be grateful.
