From 1 November 2015, regulations will come into force on the basis of the new Federal Registration Act (BMG), which you must observe when changing residence.

If you move into a new apartment, you will need confirmation from your landlord about moving in. You must submit these to the competent authority each time you register.

As a rule, the landlord is the owner of the apartment. However, it can also be the property management commissioned by the owner or, if you live as a subtenant, also the main tenant of the apartment.

The landlord's confirmation must contain the following information:

• Name and address of the landlord
• Name and address of the owner (if he or she is not the landlord)
• Address of the dwelling
• Names of all persons who move into the apartment and are therefore subject to registration
• Move-in date