What is the deadline for re-registering?

In Germany there is a legal deadline of two weeks after moving in to register with the registration authority, in Berlin the registration office (§ 17 BMG). You must bring your ID and the landlord confirmation. For a long-distance move to another federal state the same deadline applies, because the Federal Registration Act is uniform across Germany. Ideally, book your appointment online before you move.

Do I need to re-register my car after moving?

You must report every change of address to the vehicle registration office without delay so that registration certificate part I is updated. If you move to a different registration district, the new authority is responsible; you can keep your existing number plate if you wish. Bring your vehicle registration document, ID card and the new registration certificate. Read more about the process and fees in the article Re-registering your car .

Which insurers do I need to inform about my move?

Important insurance policies such as contents insurance , personal liability insurance and car insurance should be informed of the new address. Often the premium changes as a result, depending on where you live and the risk classification. Life and health insurers also need your current address for important letters. A phone call or an online notification is usually enough.

What happens if I forget to re-register?

Anyone who does not fulfil the duty to register within two weeks commits an administrative offence: under § 54 of the Federal Registration Act, the registration authority can impose a fine of up to €1,000. Problems can also arise with official matters or with receiving important post. So deal with re-registering straight after the move; our checklist will help you.

Do I need to inform the tax office about my move?

Yes, especially if you move to another federal state, you should inform the tax office of your new address. This usually happens automatically through the registration data from the registration office, but it can also be reported separately. Self-employed people and business owners should actively report it to the responsible tax office. That way you avoid delays with tax assessments or important letters.

How do I set up mail forwarding with Deutsche Post?

You book a mail forwarding order with Deutsche Post online or at a branch. Post is then forwarded to your new address for a set period. Since 2025, private customers can only choose a term of six months; if you want forwarding for longer, you book a new order. Book directly with the provider, as third-party services often charge considerably more.

Who else do I need to inform for a long-distance move?

With a long-distance move to another federal state, it is mainly local responsibilities that change: nursery and school, GP, clubs and, where applicable, dog tax with the new municipality. As with any move, you update the broadcasting licence fee with the Beitragsservice. Also check whether you need to have your registration certificate changed at the new vehicle registration office – you can keep your number plate.

Do I need to inform my employer about my change of address?

Yes, your employer needs your current address for payroll, tax and social security reports and important letters. If your commute changes because of the move, this can also matter for travel expenses or home-office rules. It is best to inform the HR department early. Even with a private move within the same city, you should not forget this notification.

What do I need to consider regarding GEZ and the broadcasting licence fee?

The broadcasting licence fee must also be updated when you move, as it is charged per household. Report your new address online to the Beitragsservice to avoid double payments or reminders. This applies both to a move within the same city and to moves anywhere in Germany. Updating it is straightforward and only takes a few minutes.

Should I inform friends and family separately?

Yes, even though there is no legal obligation, you should tell family and friends about your new address promptly so that post and invitations reach you. A short message or a moving card is usually enough. The current address is particularly helpful for important occasions such as birthdays or holidays. That way your personal contacts stay well informed despite the move.

How does Beste Umzug Unternehmen help me with my change of address?

With every move we give you a change of address checklist covering authorities, insurers and contract partners. Our moving advisers point out deadlines such as the two weeks for the registration office during the very first conversation. We handle the transport at a fixed price after a survey, and your belongings are covered under the statutory rules (HGB) – whether for a private move or a long-distance move . Call us without obligation on 01625978461.

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Q: Who do I need to inform first after a move?

After your move you should first go to the registration office , as a legal deadline of two weeks applies here. After that, it is a good idea to inform your employer, bank and insurers. You should also give the post office a mail forwarding order early on so that important letters reach you. A good checklist helps you not to forget any important body.

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At Beste Umzug Unternehmen, a move does not end with the last box. We give you a change of address checklist so that no authority and no contract partner is forgotten. Especially with a private move, the effort involved in re-registering is often underestimated: for the registration office (Bürgeramt) alone you need an appointment, your ID and the landlord confirmation (Wohnungsgeberbestätigung). If you know the right order, you save yourself unnecessary trips.

Whether it is a local move or a long-distance move – the duty to register is the same across Germany: you register with the registration authority within two weeks of moving in (§ 17 BMG). Our moving advisers point out the most important steps for re-registering during the very first conversation. That way you avoid last-minute visits to the authorities. We give you the fixed price after the survey – we take care of the transport, you take care of the formalities.

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Secure your preferred date early and get a free change of address checklist from us. We advise you without obligation on all questions about your private move and what comes afterwards. Call us on 01625978461 and receive a fixed-price quote after the survey.

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How we support you with your change of address

A checklist instead of a chaos of notes

A move is more than packing boxes and transporting furniture. That is why you receive a change of address checklist from us with every move – from re-registering at the registration office through vehicle registration and the licence fee service (Beitragsservice) to your bank and insurers. In Berlin you book the registration office appointment via service.berlin.de or the public service number 115; with the online ID function and BundID, registration can also be done online. We are based in Berlin (Stromstraße 21) and handle the transport at a fixed price after a survey, so that you have time for these appointments.

Checklist

With every move you get our list of authorities and contract partners – sorted by deadline, so that your change of address is complete.

Packing Service

While we pack, your hands are free for the registration office, mail forwarding and notifying your bank and employer.

Senior Move

For older people, the pension office, health insurance and GP belong on the list – we plan the move calmly and help with unpacking and putting things away.

Parking restriction zone

On request we apply for the parking restriction zone (Halteverbotszone); in Berlin the signs must be in place at least 72 hours in advance – one item less on your list.

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How we support you

Transparency, reliability and personal service are at the heart of every move we carry out. These values are also reflected in our advice on your change of address, where we give you thorough and honest information.

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We tell you your moving day early enough so that you can book your appointment at the registration office within the two-week deadline.

Safe handling

Pack important documents such as your ID, tenancy agreement and landlord confirmation separately – they do not belong in a moving box.

Clear communication

A dedicated contact person answers your questions about the process and reminds you of the tasks that fall due around moving day.

Structured move planning

We plan cancellations, mail forwarding and re-registration together, working backwards from the day you move in, so that no post goes to your old address.

Flexible support

If your move-in date changes, we adjust the date and the parking restriction – and you move your mail forwarding order accordingly.

Time for the registration office

At the end the furniture is in place and the boxes are distributed – you have time to take the landlord confirmation to the registration office.

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For smaller moving volumes we offer an economical shared load: your belongings travel together with other moves. Even then, the rule is the same: re-register within two weeks and book mail forwarding in good time. You also receive our change of address checklist with this type of move.

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There are many aspects to consider when moving, from choosing the right removal company to the final change of address. In our guide we cover important topics such as applying for a parking restriction zone, packing boxes correctly or the question of who you need to notify after your move. Whether it is a private move within the city or a long-distance move to another federal state – the registration obligations remain similar. Use our practical tips to avoid typical mistakes when re-registering.

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A checklist with cancellations, mail forwarding, appointments at the registration office and vehicle registration keeps your private move, senior move or student move clear and complete – deadline by deadline.

Furniture, boxes, transport routes

With a packing service, careful furniture transport and flexible small-load transport, you still have time on moving day to notify your landlord, electricity and internet providers and the post office.

Costs, timing and special cases

For an office move or company relocation, the trade office, commercial register, tax office and customers belong on the list – in addition to planning a shared load or furniture taxi.

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Frequently asked questions about changing your address after a move

Answers about the registration office, deadlines, cars, mail forwarding, the licence fee and your employer.

After your move you should first go to the registration office, as a legal deadline of two weeks applies here. After that, it is a good idea to inform your employer, bank and insurers. You should also give the post office a mail forwarding order early on so that important letters reach you. A good checklist helps you not to forget any important body.

Authorities and offices: the compulsory re-registrations after a move

Every time you move home in Germany, there is a legal duty to register with the registration authority, in Berlin the registration office (Bürgeramt). You must register within two weeks of moving in (§ 17 BMG) and bring the landlord confirmation (Wohnungsgeberbestätigung) from your landlord (§ 19 BMG). If you miss the deadline, you risk a fine. The tax office usually receives your new address via the registration data; self-employed people should still inform it themselves. Report every change of address to the vehicle registration office without delay – you can keep your existing number plate even when moving to another district.

Other important bodies are your health insurance fund, the job centre or employment agency and, where applicable, the immigration office. Families with children should also inform the school or nursery about the change of residence in good time. For a long-distance move to another federal state the same registration deadlines apply; what is usually new there are only the responsibilities, for example for nursery places or dog tax. We are happy to point this out during planning.

Contracts and private contacts: who else you should inform

Besides the authorities, there are many private contract partners who should know about your change of address. These include banks, insurers, your employer and your electricity, gas and internet providers. Clubs, magazine subscriptions and online shops such as Amazon should also be updated so that parcels and post reach the right address – find out more in the article Moving your contracts and subscriptions. A mail forwarding order with Deutsche Post bridges the transition period perfectly.

Don't forget personal contacts such as family, friends and doctors, who should also be told about your move. Especially with a private move, a clear list is worthwhile so that you don't forget anyone. Our moving experts will gladly help you with an individual checklist tailored to your personal situation. That way your change of address goes smoothly and completely.

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from €609	2 rooms
from €899	3 rooms
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For long-distance moves we charge from €4.10/km. Book a free survey.

How we calculate your moving price

Distance is charged from €4.10/km, while the volume determines the basic time required. Floor and lift affect carrying time, and a parking restriction zone affects loading time. A shared load is also possible and can lower costs.

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Whatever challenge your move brings – we have the solution.

Company relocation: smooth moves for offices and businesses.
House clearance: professional disposal of unwanted items.
Shared load: a cost-saving alternative to a full move.
Move with assembly: a complete service including furniture assembly.
Furniture transport: safe transport of your furniture.
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Moves from Berlin – throughout Germany

We are based in Berlin (Stromstraße 21) and handle your nationwide move from planning to the last box. You can find destinations with their own page in the locations overview, and long routes under long-distance moves.

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