How to Update Your Address in Germany

Last updated: 1/29/2026Reading time: 4 min
Verified for Germany

This guide uses the official AusweisApp app name and Online-Ausweis (eID) authentication, verified from government sources.

Country

Germany

⏱️ Time Required

5 minutes

📊 Difficulty

easy

📄 Document

Address Credential Update

What You Need

  • New address registered with government
  • Proof of address (utility bill, rental contract)

Step-by-Step Instructions for Germany

1

Update address with your national population register/government

2

Wait for government confirmation (instant to 48 hours)

3

Open AusweisApp

4

Go to ID card credential

5

Tap \'Refresh\' or \'Update from source\'

6

App contacts government registry

7

New address retrieved automatically

8

Verify new address is correct

9

Authenticate with biometric (using Online-Ausweis (eID))

10

Address updated in wallet

Troubleshooting

⚠️Common Issues & Solutions

If update doesn\'t appear: Government may take 48h to process change

If wrong address shows: Check government registry first, not wallet

If refresh fails: Try again later, government API may be temporarily down

If still showing old: Manually remove and re-add ID card credential

Germany-specific help: If issues persist, contact AusweisApp support via https://www.ausweisapp.bund.de

Benefits

Automatic sync with government data
No need to update multiple services manually
Proof of address always current
Services see updated info next time you verify

Need Help with Other Credentials?

See all available guides for AusweisApp in Germany.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Sources

Information verified against official sources (2/16/2026)

  1. [1]Germany EUDI Wallet Official
  2. [2]EUDI Wallet User Guide

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