Proof of residence (Wohnungsgeberbestätigung) in Germany

It is regulated by law from 2015 that anybody who is taking up a rental living place in Germany and wants to register in the local citizen’s office must present a valid Wohnunggeberbestätigung / proof of residence form signed by the landlord.

What is Wohnungsgeberbestätigung

Wohnungsgeberbestätigung or proof of residence is a form that has to be filled and signed by the landlord. It confirms that you are renting their apartment / living place. You need to present this form while registering in the local citizen’s office (Bürgerbüro).

How to get Wohnungsgeberbestätigung?

Your landlord must provide you with the proof of residence while signing the contract or soon after you move in.

The landlord could be fined for up to 1000€ if not ready to provide the proof of residence.

The Wohnungsgeberbestätigung certificate is a form that can be downloaded from your local citizen’s office’s website. Either you or your landlord or your rental agency can fill it and can be signed by your landlord or the rental agency.

Once you get the signed form, you can take it along with other supporting documents for your appointment at the Bürgerbüro to register. Only then you receive the registration certificate.

If you are living in Munich, you may use this template shared by muenchen.de.

On your way to Germany

You can find all the information you need about living and working in Germany at www.expatova.com.

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