Housing & Rent A2

Register and manage broadcasting fees

What to do after moving in: contribution service, deadlines, re-registration and exemption options.

rundfunkbeitrag wohnung anmeldung

What is that?

The broadcasting fee finances public broadcasting and is payable per apartment.

Where do I do that?

Contribution service online: Anmeldung (official residence registration), change of address and account management.

Required documents

  • Name and address of the apartment
  • Move-in date
  • Post number (if available)

Typical costs

Fixed monthly amount per apartment.

Note: Costs may vary by state or city.

Progress

  1. 1 Check letter after moving in
  2. 2 Register your apartment online
  3. 3 Save post number
  4. 4 If you move, please re-register in good time

Important German words & sentences

der Rundfunkbeitrag - gesetzlicher Beitrag pro Wohnung
Die Beitragsnummer - persönliche Referenznummer
Die Ummeldung - Adressänderung im System
Ich bin neu eingezogen und möchte meine Wohnung anmelden.
Wo finde ich meine Beitragsnummer?

Common mistakes

  • • Ignoring letters leads to reminders and additional costs.

Official source