Moving house can be an exciting new start: a new city, a new home, lots of things to explore, but also a lot to consider. Your head can get pretty full and it's easy to lose track. What do I have to re-register when I move? Which authorities do I need to inform of my new address? We want to make your move easier and have put together a comprehensive checklist in this blog article to ensure that your move goes smoothly.
Content of this blog article:
1. official re-registrations
2. re-registration of contracts
3. you must inform these persons
4. subscriptions and memberships
5. private matters
6. other
Conclusion
1. official re-registrations
- Residents' Registration Office: First, of course, you should re-register at the residents' registration office, ideally within two weeks of your move - but please note the local deadlines!
If you live in a rented apartment after your move, you must also present the landlord's confirmation of residence, which your landlord must have confirmed to you in writing beforehand. This is to prevent bogus registrations. The address will also be changed directly in your identity card and passport.
- Tax office: You must also inform the tax office of your new address. If you are only moving within the same town, this is not absolutely necessary, as the new address will be submitted with the next tax return.
- Vehicle registration office: If you move to a new registration district, you must re-register your vehicle here.
- Waste disposal: If you lived in your own home before you moved, you should cancel your garbage cans. If you were renting, this is not necessary as the property owner is responsible for this. The same applies to your new home: as a tenant, you don't have to worry about anything, but as the owner of your new house or apartment, you must at least register a residual waste garbage can for a fee, although there may be differences depending on the size. Ask your new municipality about this. This also means that when you move into your own home, you are obliged to take care of the waste and register at least one residual waste garbage can - ask your new municipality about this.
- Parking permit for residents: This can often be done online, but in any case you need to find out about the local circumstances.
- Dog: Of course, your four-legged friend is also included. It also has to be re-registered! After the age of three months, your dog will be liable for tax and must be registered with the municipal tax and municipal treasury office. Some federal states, such as Lower Saxony and Hamburg, also have a dog register in which you must enter your dog. However, this can often be done very quickly online, just do a quick search on the website of your new municipality.
Cats and small animals do not have to be re-registered unless they are registered with Tasso, for example.
Exotic animals, on the other hand, such as poisonous snakes, tarantulas, etc., are subject to registration just like dogs and must be declared and registered with the nature conservation authority as an animal population report in accordance with the Federal Species Protection Ordinance. Which animals are included varies from state to state.
- Other authorities: Depending on what other benefits you receive, you may also have to re-register with the BAföG office, the job center, the employment agency and the parental and child benefit office.
2. re-registration of contracts
- Electricity, gas, water: Don't forget to inform your energy suppliers of your new address so that the bills can continue to be sent correctly. You may also have the opportunity to switch to a new provider and get a cheaper tariff.
- Internet, telephone, television: To make sure you don't go offline in your new home, it's important to inform your internet and telephone provider about your move. There may even be attractive relocation conditions or special offers for new customers.
- Insurances: Your insurance companies must also be informed about your move so that your insurance cover is still guaranteed. This includes liability, household contents and, if applicable, life insurance.
3. you must inform these persons
- Employer: Of course you have to inform your employer about your move for various reasons. It's best to do this in person! By the way: If you are moving for professional reasons, you can save on taxes! Take a look at our blog article on this topic: Relocation and taxes: Clever savings through clever planning
- Family doctor: You should inform your family doctor about your move and ideally look for a new doctor in your new place of residence.
- Schools and kindergartens: If you have children, you should of course look for a new school or kindergarten in good time and let the old educational establishment know at the same time.
- Advisors: Your tax advisor, financial advisor, lawyer, etc. should also be informed by you. The best way to do this is to send them an e-mail with your new address.
4. subscriptions and memberships
- Magazine subscriptions: If you regularly subscribe to magazines or newspapers, you should also enter your new address here so that the deliveries do not go to waste.
- Memberships and clubs: Depending on which clubs you belong to or whether you have a gym membership, you should of course also cancel or change your registration here. There are often large gym chains, for example, which may also be represented in your new city. But there are also often local groups of clubs.
5. private matters
- Your contacts: Even if it should go without saying: Friends, family and acquaintances naturally deserve to be "contacted". But even beyond your immediate circle, it can sometimes be polite to let them know. After all, the sales clerk at your favorite bakery doesn't want to spend weeks wondering why you've stopped coming to pick up your breakfast rolls!
- Online shopping: Especially on sites where you shop often, you often click on without checking all the details again. In the first few months after moving, pay particular attention to whether you have already entered your new address!
6. other
- Banks and credit institutions: Ask your bank whether it offers relocation assistance and speak to your customer advisor. Normally, you do not need a new bank account when you move.
- Forwarding order at the post office: Even if you have informed all the relevant offices about your move, mail may still be sent to your old address. A redirection order with Deutsche Post can ensure that the lost mail finds its way to your new address.
Conclusion
Moving can be a stressful time, but with a well-planned relocation strategy, you can avoid many potential problems. With this comprehensive checklist, you'll be well equipped to make your move stress-free and smooth. Once you have informed all the important parties about your new address, you can relax and settle into your new home and fully enjoy the new possibilities!
