We look at the first documents you'll need to apply for, or be aware of, when you arrive here. AdvertisementAufenthaltstitel (residence permit/visa)Unless you have citizenship for an EU country, you'll need to apply for a residence permit (Aufenthaltstitel) to live in Germany. When you go to your appointment at the Bürgeramt, you'll need to bring another document to register your address. AdvertisementKrankenversicherungskarte (health insurance card)Everyone in Germany has to have health insurance (Krankenversicherung) – it is mandatory. When you have health insurance, you are also able to access a Versicherungsnachweis (health insurance certificate).