How Do I Apply?

• Read the information thoroughly
  

• You do not need to appear in person to have the address changed, but can instead send a duly authorized person in your place.
  

• Compile all the documents required for a change of address.
  

• Fully complete the application form.
  

• Book an appointment at your German Mission via our online appointment system. Please book one appointment per change of address.
  

• Bring all required documents in the original plus a simple (non-certified) copy. Incomplete applications cannot be submitted.
  

Required Documents

1. Application form fully completed and signed by the applicant (Minors: Signed by both legal guardians)
   

2. If you do not submit the application in person:
   Letter of authority, naming the authorized person and signed by the applicant (Minors: signed by both legal guardians)
   

3. Passport and ID Card
   Note: If you have more than one valid passport, all of them need to be submitted for a change of address.
   

4. Proof of deregistration from your last place of residence:
   always required if the last place of residence was in Germany
   also required if your last place of residence was outside of Germany but in country that has a residential registration system (e.g. Switzerland)

5. Proof that your place of Residence is in South Africa, e.g. rental agreement, work contract, municipal bill

6. South African ID or visa
   

Note: Not all possible cases and scenarios can be represented here. Additional documentation might be requested depending on your specific case.