Explanation of the order of the first names

If you have already left the church and have to prove this to an authority, you will need a certificate of your departure from the church.

A first name or family name may only be changed if an "important reason" (Name Change Act) justifies the change.

If you have already registered your new place of residence but the address in your identity document has not yet been updated, you can do so here.

If you move to Munich, you must register as soon as possible - even if you are re-registering within the city. The law stipulates 14 days.

If you move abroad, give up a secondary residence or no longer have a permanent residence, you must deregister.

If the name of the person or the company name to which a vehicle is registered changes, this must be entered in the vehicle documents.

If you or family members use other flats in Munich in addition to your main residence, you must pay second home tax.

Anyone wishing to leave the church, religious community or ideological community can declare this to the registry office or notary.

If you are moving to Munich as a family, you must register within 14 days - even if you are moving within the city.

Does your officially registered gender not match your personality? Then you can decide how your gender and first name will be indicated in future.

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