Nachsendeauftrag (mail forwarding) setup

Overview

Use this when moving within Germany or preparing to leave. Set up mail forwarding (Nachsendeauftrag) with Deutsche Post for up to 24 months.

Timing to be aware of

When triggered

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

What you'll need

• Old and new address
• payment

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?

Related events

• Schufa-Auskunft (credit check) request
  Medium
  Before event
• Notify bank of address change
  High
  On address change
• Keep Kaution payment records
  High
  On move-in
• Check Kaution return follow-up timing
  High
  3 months after move-out
• Check final Kaution return deadline
  High
  6 months after move-out