Berlin
Capital: Berlin · 12 cities covered · Direct links to local Bürgeramt, Ausländerbehörde, and Finanzamt
Last reviewed: 2026-06-17
🏛 Cities in Berlin
Select your city for a step-by-step relocation guide with city-specific official links.
Berlin-Mitte
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Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf
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Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg
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Lichtenberg
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Marzahn-Hellersdorf
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Neukölln
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Pankow (incl. Prenzlauer Berg)
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Reinickendorf
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Spandau
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Steglitz-Zehlendorf
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Tempelhof-Schöneberg
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Treptow-Köpenick
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🎓 Studienkollegs in Berlin
State-recognised foundation colleges that prepare international applicants for university. Free tuition (semester contribution only) at public Studienkollegs. Course codes: T (technical), M (medical), W (economics), G (humanities), S (languages).
Source: Consortium of German Studienkollegs official register. Always confirm current courses and deadlines on each college's website.
📋 State-Specific Information
Rules and resources specific to Berlin.
Anmeldung in Berlin
Anmeldung (registration of residence) must be completed within 14 days of moving into your accommodation. Each city has its own Bürgeramt and appointment system.
⏰ 14-day ruleResidence Permit Office
Non-EU residents typically visit the Ausländerbehörde after completing Anmeldung. Requirements and processing times vary by city.
📋 Non-EU onlyRequired Documents
Passport, rental contract, and Wohnungsgeberbestätigung (landlord confirmation) are required for Anmeldung. Additional documents may apply — check your city page.
✅ Standard across DE