What is Anmeldung?
Anmeldung is the process of registering at a specific address in Germany. You complete the Anmeldung process at a local citizens’ office/town hall (Bürgeramt).
Anmeldung is often referred to as city registration, address registration or apartment registration.
Completing your Anmeldung is a crucial first step for any relocation to Germany. It is not only a legal requirement but also an essential pre-requisite for getting a German tax ID (Steueridentifikationsnummer), carrying our most administrative tasks and applying for a visa in Germany.
At the end of your Anmeldung appointment, you will be issued an address registration certificate (Anmeldebestätigung).
If you need accommodation in Berlin with Anmeldung, then check out our relocation packages, which all include private studio accommodation and an address registration service. With our support, we will ensure you complete your Anmeldung shortly after arriving in Berlin.
For full details of how to complete your Anmeldung in Berlin, see our guide.