If you plan to stay in Siegen for more than three months, registering at the Citizens’ Office in City Hall is an important first step after your arrival.
- The registration certificate you receive there is not only necessary for opening a bank account, but also sets a number of processes in motion. You’ll receive your Social Security number, your tax ID, and you’ll be given an appointment at the Office of Foreigners, where you can apply for your residence permit.
- Since appointments in Siegen are currently in high demand, we recommend scheduling an appointment about 1–3 weeks in advance. You can book appointments here. Please use this tutorial for guidance.
- If you move to a location outside the city of Siegen, the responsibilities for the Citizens’ Office and the Foreigners’ Registration Office will fall under different administrative bodies.
Please feel free to contact us for further information and assistance.
What you'll need:
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Passport*
Both passports if you have dual citizenship -
Landlord confirmation
You can download the template here -
For married couples: Marriage certificate & documents related to the marriage
Original copies and certified German translations -
For families: Birth certificates
For both children and parents, including translations - *If the date on the entry stamp in your passport is illegible, please bring a plane ticket or another document showing the date of arrival.
To change your address, you’ll also need a certificate from your landlord and your passport, which you must present during an in-person appointment at the Citizens’ Office. You’ll need to schedule an appointment for this as well. To do so, simply select “Registration/Change of Address within Germany” and follow the remaining steps in the registration tutorial.
If you need assistance, please feel free to contact us!
