Proof of Residency for Interrail as German Citizen Living in the UK
I live in the UK since allmost a year and would like to visit family and friends in Germany followed by an interrail trip. So I would like to get an Interrail pass as a UK resident. Eventhough I found the FAQ concerning how to prove residency
https://www.interrail.eu/en/what-my-country-residence
Your residence can be proved with official government-issued residency papers. This must be a valid document that clearly shows that you're an official resident of the country you live in (for example, a residence card).
Your proof of residence will be accepted if:
- It is issued by the government.
- It is valid for the entire duration of your Interrail trip.
- It has an official mark or stamp from the issuing body.
- It clearly states the issuing country.
- It clearly states your name.
Documents such as bills, rental contracts or bank statements cannot be used. Travel visas and the residency field of a passport are also not accepted as proof of residency.
I still have no Idea what kind of document I should use for this. After all as a European citizen you dont have to register here so there was really no occasion at which I could have gotten such a document. Also I can't apply for a residency card as this is only granted to non european citizens.
Does anybody has experience with this situation?
I contacted the WhatsApp help service from Interrail: they just repeated that I need a document that satisfies the properties listed above.
Best Answer
you can register at the German Embassy in London and get a change of residency status in your passport.
https://uk.diplo.de/uk-de/02/-pass/wohnortaenderung
It's a bit annoying, but shouldn't be a problem.
Edit: The Interrail Whatsapp customer service just confirmed that this is the only option for Uk residents.
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Can I use Interrail as a UK citizen?
If you're a UK citizen, you can still travel with an Interrail Pass \u2013 this won't change as a result of the Brexit. Check the UK Government advice on how Brexit will affect travel to the EU.Can UK resident buy Interrail pass?
Interrail Passes can only be used by European citizens and permanent residents of Europe. You'll find the full list of participating countries below, plus loads of other useful information. If you're a UK resident, Brexit doesn't affect the Interrail Pass. You can still purchase and use one as normal.How do I know my country of residence?
Your country of residence is where you have been normally resident for the last three years and where you consider to be 'home'. If you have been in another country for purposes of education or short-term employment this will not change your country of residence.Who qualifies for Interrail?
Interrail Passes are available for all ages. Please familiarise yourself with the below age classifications before purchasing your Pass: Youth: The Interrail Youth Pass is for individuals who are under 28 but over 11 years on the first day of validity.How The German Government Rejected My Asylum | How I Got My Residence Permit | Living In Germany
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