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Your first year in Germany
Moved here mid-year? Income you earned abroad before arriving can still affect your German tax rate. We sort out what counts and what doesn't.
For expats in Germany
German taxes,
explained in English.
You moved to Germany for work. The tax system did not come with a manual. We prepare your German tax return in English, fully online, and deal with the tax office for you.
Typical situations
We know the expat cases.
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Leaving Germany
Your final German tax return after moving away, done remotely. Often this is where a refund is waiting.
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Income from two countries
Salary, rent or investments abroad. We apply the double taxation treaty so you don't pay twice.
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Freelancing on the side
Registering with the tax office, VAT questions and the small business rule. Set up correctly from day one.
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Foreign brokers and crypto
Foreign brokers usually don't withhold German tax, and crypto follows its own rules. We declare both properly and avoid surprises later.
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Relocation and second home
Moving costs and a second household for work can be tax-deductible. We make sure you claim them.
Good to know
Do I have to file a tax return?
Many employees in Germany don't have to, but it often pays off. Filing is mandatory, for example, if:
- you received income abroad or benefits such as parental allowance that affect your tax rate,
- you had other income besides your salary of more than 410 euros,
- you and your spouse use the tax class combination III and V.
If filing is voluntary, you can still submit returns up to four years back. Many expats get money back, for instance for relocation costs, double housekeeping or work equipment.
How it works
Three steps. Zero paper.
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Get in touch
Tell us briefly about your situation. We reply with a quote before any work starts.
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Upload documents
Payslips, certificates and receipts go online. No folders, no office visits.
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Done
We prepare and file your return and handle all letters from the tax office.
FAQ
Questions expats ask us.
Do I need to speak German?
No. All communication with us is in English. We deal with the German tax office for you and explain every letter you receive.
Do I need to live near your office?
No. We work fully online for clients all over Germany, and also for clients who have already left the country.
What does it cost?
Fees for tax advisors in Germany are based on the official fee schedule (StBVV). You receive a quote for your situation before we start.
Can you take over letters from the tax office?
Yes. With your power of attorney, the tax office communicates directly with us. You no longer have to deal with German tax letters yourself.
Is my data safe?
As tax advisors we are bound by statutory professional secrecy. Documents are exchanged through an encrypted upload, not by email.