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Residence Registration (Meldezettel)
Austria
Last verified: 2026-02-20
Fees, fines, and deadlines are approximate. Always verify with official sources.
Key Registrations & Procedures
Residence Registration (Meldezettel)
Deadline: Register within 3 days of moving in
Processing Time: Same day — certificate issued immediately at the counter
Fees: Free
Appointment: No appointment needed. Walk-in at any Meldeamt during office hours.
Required Documents:
- Valid passport or national ID card
- Completed Meldezettel form (get from Meldeamt or download online)
- Landlord's signature on the Meldezettel (Unterkunftgeber section) — your landlord must sign before you go
- Rental contract (Mietvertrag) — recommended but not always required
Where to Do It:
Any Meldeamt (registration office) in your district. In Vienna, these are in each Bezirk's Magistratisches Bezirksamt. In other cities, go to the Gemeindeamt or Stadtamt.
If You Don't Do It:
Fines of up to approximately €726 for late or missing registration. Landlords who refuse to sign can also be fined. Without a Meldezettel, you may not be able to open a bank account, get a phone contract, or register for social insurance.
Regional Variations: Vienna has MA 35; other states have local immigration offices. Required nationwide, even for short stays.
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