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?
Last updated: November 2026