This fact sheet has information about what to do after you arrive in Germany (in German). The process consists of four steps:
- To register your arrival, please go to the nearest reception centre.
- If you apply for social benefits and have no permanent place to stay, you will be told where you should live initially.
- If you do have a permanent place to stay, please register your address with the local registration authority.
- Then you can apply for a residence permit at your local foreigners authority.