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Wohnsitz

Substantiv

partial

domicile

noun

Comparative law notes

Germany

This is the closest match for Wohnsitz. Domicile is a person's permanent place of dwelling. In other words, Domicile is a combination of two factors namely, residence and intent to remain. Permanence is a key element. Domicile is subjective and broader than residence, which can be temporary in nature.

Definitions of domicile

English

the place where a person lives

Election laws allow for more than one residence but only one domicile, and maintaining a domicile requires a physical presence in the home.