Explanation of the order of the first names

If you move within Munich, move to Munich or your address has changed, you should have the address changed in your identity documents.

After a name change, we recommend exchanging the driving licence (especially when travelling abroad), but it is not mandatory.

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

Your personal details have changed following a marriage, divorce or change of name abroad. You must have this entered in the register of residents.

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

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

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

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

If your total positive income was less than 29,000 euros two years ago, you can be exempted from the second home tax for the current year.

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