Kündigung of electricity/gas contracts

Overview

Use this when leaving Germany and you need to cancel electricity and gas contracts. Give 4–6 weeks notice where required and submit final meter readings on your departure day.

Timing to be aware of

Deadline applies

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

What you'll need

• Contract numbers
• departure date
• final meter reading

Common questions

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

• I already left Germany but forgot to do my Abmeldung. Is this a problem?
• I'm moving. Will the post office automatically forward my mail?
• The online application for my visa renewal is showing a Technical Error. What is the fallback?

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