Moving abroad

Living or working in another EU country – civil liability and compulsory insurance

This section provides relevant information if you wish to take out civil liability or compulsory insurance in another Member State.

Taking a motor vehicle temporarily or permanently to another Member State

Moving temporarily or permanently to another Member State

If you are moving to Germany from another member state, you can find the most important information about the registration obligation and the applicable deadlines here.

Naturalisation conditions for nationals of other Member States

This section provides information on the naturalisation conditions for nationals of other Member States.

Holding a bank account in another Member State

Information about rights and limitations when opening and using a bank account in another EU country.

Point of Single Contact

The pan-European network of  Points of Single Contact can provide you with details of any legal requirements and help you to complete relevant procedures.

Applying for a citizenship card for persons abroad

Do you live abroad and need proof that you have German citizenship? Then you can apply for a citizenship certificate.

Declaring renunciation of German citizenship in the event of habitual residence abroad

If you live abroad and have several citizenships, you can submit a declaration of renunciation of German citizenship under certain conditions.

Apply for a negative certificate (for citizenship) for persons abroad

Do you live abroad and need proof that you do not have German citizenship? Then you can apply for a negative certificate.

Acquire German citizenship as a person living abroad by declaration

You live abroad and would like to acquire German citizenship by declaration.