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What to bring when registering a main address in Berlin
For an in-person Anmeldung in Berlin, bring original identity documents for the people moving and the signed confirmation from the housing provider. Berlin’s service lists additional paperwork for representation, a first registration and some family situations.
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- 01Collect original identity records
Prepare original valid documents for everyone whose move is being registered. Source 1
- 02Get the signed housing confirmation
The housing provider must confirm the move into the dwelling. Source 1
- 03Check any extra papers
First-time, representative and certain family registrations have additional requirements. Source 1
The additional documents depend on who is moving and who will attend.
Check the original identity documents for everyone
Berlin asks for the necessary original identity documents for each person moving. The list distinguishes German identity documents from passports or substitute papers for foreign nationals. An electronic residence permit can be required alongside the passport. Source 1
Get the housing provider’s signed confirmation
The Wohnungsgeberbestätigung states when you moved in, the address and the names of the people registering. It also identifies the housing provider and, where different, the property owner. The Berlin service says the lease alone does not replace this confirmation. Source 1
Check what changes when someone else attends
A representative needs written authorization and the registration form signed by the person registering. Additional documents may be needed if a family registers for the first time, if a child’s main residence changes in a specified custody situation or if another dwelling is retained. Source 1
Use the move-in date for the ordinary deadline
Berlin’s Welcome Centre says the ordinary deadline is 14 days after moving in and describes exceptions. After registration you receive a Meldebestätigung, the official record of your address. The English guide explains where to book a Bürgeramt appointment. Source 1 Source 2
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Use the list for your own preparation. Check your appointment instructions for the final requirements.
Everyone registering · Valid original ID or passport documents for all people moving Source 1
Where applicable · Bring the residence permit together with the passport where the service requires it Source 1
Where a housing provider confirms the move · Signed confirmation stating the address, move-in date and people moving Source 1
When required on first registration in Berlin · Original marriage or birth certificate where requested Source 1
If keeping another dwelling in Germany · Additional form to identify the main dwelling Source 1
If a representative attends · Written authorization and registration form signed by the person registering Source 1
Specified changes involving a child’s residence · Consent and other custodian’s identity document where required Source 1
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