Notify institutions of address change after Ummeldung

Overview

Use this within two weeks of Ummeldung when you need to update your address everywhere. Notify your bank, employer, Finanzamt, health insurer, and other institutions promptly.

Timing to be aware of

14 days after 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.

• Does it cost more to see a doctor in Germany if I'm not from the EU?
• I just arrived and my card hasn't arrived. Can I see a doctor today?
• 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

• Update permit address after Ummeldung
  High
  Notify Ausländerbehörde after address change
• Address change (Ummeldung) and permit update
  Critical
  14 days after address change
• Notify bank of address change
  High
  On address change
• Update Steuernummer after address change
  High
  On address change
• Anmeldung (residence registration)
  Critical
  14 days after move-in