Mobile phone contract setup

Overview

Use this when you arrive and need a German mobile number. Prepaid SIM cards are available without Schufa; postpaid contracts usually require a credit check.

Timing to be aware of

When triggered

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

What you'll need

• Passport or ID
• Anmeldebestätigung
• bank details

Common questions

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

• My landlord is demanding a "Schufa" report, but I only moved here last week; what do I give them?

Related events

• Anmeldung (residence registration)
  Critical
  Deadline applies
• Bank account opening
  Critical
  When triggered
• Emergency services orientation
  Critical
  Before event
• GEZ / Rundfunkbeitrag registration
  High
  When triggered
• Haftpflichtversicherung (liability insurance) setup
  High
  Before event