Question 253

Question 128 of 300Politics in a Democracy

Where do you have to register when you move in Germany?

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Correct answer to question 253: at the residents' registration office

Explanation

Under §17 of the Federal Registration Act, residents must register their new address with the local Einwohnermeldeamt within two weeks of moving. A fine of up to 1,000 euros can be imposed for non-compliance.

The question in German, as it appears in the test

Wo müssen Sie sich anmelden, wenn Sie in Deutschland umziehen?

  1. beim Einwohnermeldeamt
  2. beim Standesamt
  3. beim Ordnungsamt
  4. beim Gewerbeamt

Last updated: November 2026

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