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Understand Steuer-ID (tax identification number) and tax class

What the Steuer-ID (tax identification number) is, where it is used and why the tax class is important.

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What is that?

The Steuer-ID (tax identification number) accompanies you permanently. The tax class influences the monthly payroll.

Where do I do that?

Clarify questions about wage tax via employer or Finanzamt (tax authority).

Required documents

  • ID card
  • Registration address
  • In the case of marriage/change: appropriate evidence

Typical costs

The assignment of the Steuer-ID (tax identification number) is free of charge.

Note: Costs may vary by state or city.

Progress

  1. 1 After Anmeldung (official residence registration) pay attention to mail from Steuer-ID (tax identification number)
  2. 2 Steuer-ID (tax identification number) give to the employer
  3. 3 Check tax class

Important German words & sentences

die Steuer-ID - persönliche Steuer-Identifikationsnummer
Die Steuerklasse - Faktor für Lohnsteuerabzug
Das Finanzamt - zuständige Steuerbehörde
Hier ist meine Steuer-ID.
Welche Steuerklasse habe ich?

Common mistakes

  • • Steuer-ID (tax identification number) and tax number are often confused.

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