Notify bank of address change

Overview

Use this immediately after Ummeldung when your registered address changes. Notify your bank promptly to avoid mail problems, verification requests, or account restrictions.

Timing to be aware of

On address change

Reference only — your timing may differ. Confirm with the relevant office.

What you'll need

None listed (confirm when the event applies)

Common questions

Questions people often look up at this stage. Answers are general — confirm with the relevant office or a qualified professional.

• I need a bank account to sign my rental lease, but I can't get an Anmeldung without a lease—how do I break this loop?
• I've tried the video call verification five times, but the agent keeps hanging up saying my passport is "not supported."
• I want to make sure my rent is paid on the 1st of every month without me doing it manually; what is this called?
• I moved to a new apartment. What is the Ummeldung process?
• I moved from Munich to Berlin. Why can't the Berlin office see my visa files?

Related events

• Address change (Ummeldung) and permit update
  Critical
  14 days after address change
• Update permit address after Ummeldung
  High
  Notify Ausländerbehörde after address change
• Notify institutions of address change after Ummeldung
  High
  14 days after address change
• Update Steuernummer after address change
  High
  On address change
• Keep Kaution payment records
  High
  On move-in