Residence Deregistration for boatmen and seafarers
Anyone who is registered on an inland waterway vessel that is entered in a ship register in the Federal Republic of Germany, leaves it and does not establish a new residence in Germany, must deregister with the competent authority.
The shipowner of a seagoing vessel entitled to fly the federal flag must deregister the master and crew members of the ship after termination of the employment, employment or training relationship.
Who should I contact?
The responsibility lies with the municipality, the joint municipality and the city that is the home town of the ship or the registered office of the shipowner.
A report by the ship's crew can also be made to any municipality, joint municipality or city or to the water police for forwarding to the competent authority.
Responsible authorities
Applications / forms
Which documents are required?
- Registration form
What are the fees?
There are no fees.
What deadlines do I have to pay attention to?
The deregistration must take place immediately after the end of the activity.
What else should I know?
Do you have a general question, or was your inquiry not addressed by the local contact?



