The Einwohnermeldeamt is the office that you have to report to when you come to Germany in order to register your address and apply for your residence permit. It is usually located in the town hall, or Rathaus, but may also be in a Bürgeramt. You should take your passport with you. When you apply for your permit(s) you will need to take other paperwork with you, such as a … [Read more...]
Das Einwohnermeldeamt
Filed Under: German Words Explained, Official Places Tagged With: Aufenthaltserlaubnis, Bürgeramt, Einwohnermeldeamt, Lohnsteuerkarte, Rathaus