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Meldepflicht

registration requirement (for guests at accommodation)

noun MEL-deh-pflicht Rare

Usage Note

Meldepflicht obliges hotels and guesthouses to register guests' personal data with authorities. Filling in the Meldeschein (registration card) at check-in is a legal requirement in Germany.

Examples

"Aufgrund der Meldepflicht müssen Gäste beim Einchecken einen Ausweis vorlegen."

Natural Translation

Due to the registration requirement, guests must present ID when checking in.

Literal Translation

Due to the registration requirement guests must present an ID document when checking in.

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