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City registration (Anmeldung)
German: Anmeldung
Reviewed by Sajid ur Rehman— MSc Physics candidate, University of MünsterLast updated 20 July 2026
Anmeldung is the mandatory registration of your home address at the local citizens' office (Bürgeramt) after you move to a German city, usually within two weeks. You receive a registration certificate (Meldebescheinigung) that you need to open a bank account, get a tax ID and more.
Why it matters for applicants from Pakistan, India & Bangladesh
It's one of your first tasks on arrival, and appointments book out fast in big cities — knowing about it in advance avoids a stressful first month.
Sources
- Make it in Germany — official government portal — German Federal Government (BMAS / BMWK) (official)
Figures are checked against these sources and reviewed each application intake. Last verified: 2026-07-20. Always confirm the current rule for your case with the official source before you act.