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How to register in Stuttgart (2026): step-by-step residence registration guide (2026)

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Cost

Free

Free of charge.

Time at office

15-25 minutes

Estimated time

Appointment in 1-2 weeks. Mandatory within 14 days.

Quick summary

English guide to registering in Stuttgart. Mandatory within 14 days. Stuttgart is the capital of the German automotive industry (Mercedes-Benz, Porsche) with a large Spanish community of workers.

Required documents

  • Passport or ID

    Valid original document.

  • Wohnungsgeberbestätigung

    Confirmation from the landlord. Mandatory.

  • Anmeldung form

    Completed form.

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Step by step

  • 1

    Obtain the Wohnungsgeberbestätigung

    Request the form from your landlord when signing the contract in Stuttgart.

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    Expert tip

    "Stuttgart has a very tense rental market. The neighborhoods of Bad Cannstatt and Feuerbach have more rental options than the city center."

  • 2

    Download and fill out the Anmeldung form

    Go to official site

    Form available on the Stuttgart portal.

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    Expert tip

    "In Stuttgart, the form is the standard federal German form."

  • 3

    Book an appointment at the Bürgerbüro

    Go to official site

    Book online on the Stuttgart portal. The Bürgerbüros in the neighborhoods usually have more availability than the central one.

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    Expert tip

    "The Bürgerbüro in Bad Cannstatt is convenient if you live in that area, very popular among the Spanish community."

  • 4

    Attend with complete documentation

    Bring all the documents and you will receive the Anmeldebestätigung on the spot.

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    Expert tip

    "Stuttgart is an efficient city. The procedures are usually quick and without long waits."

Offices and service points - Stuttgart

Bürgerservicecenter Stuttgart — City Center

Eberhardstraße 39, 70173 Stuttgart

+49 711 216 0
Monday to Friday: 07:30 - 18:00 | Saturday: 09:00 - 13:00

Bürgerbüro Bad Cannstatt

Marktplatz 8, 70372 Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt

+49 711 216 0
Monday to Friday: 07:30 - 16:00

Frequently asked questions

Why is there a large Spanish community in Stuttgart?
Stuttgart welcomed thousands of Spanish workers from the 1960s due to emigration agreements with the FRG. Mercedes-Benz, Bosch, and Porsche employed many Spaniards. Today, there is a consolidated multigenerational community with associations, restaurants, and services in Spanish.
Can I register in Stuttgart without speaking German?
The procedure is simple with the documents in order. Given the historical Spanish immigration, some Bürgerbüros may have staff familiar with the process for Spanish speakers. You can also attend with someone to help you.

Trámites relacionados

This procedure in other cities

Official sources and useful links

This guide is for informational purposes only. Always check the official source for current information.