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Steuernummer – German Tax Number
Get your German tax number easily
Are you planning to start a business in Germany, open a trade, or carry out construction work in Germany? Your first and most important step is the Steuernummer. We will help you get your tax number in Germany quickly and correctly.
- We have already processed thousands of registrations
Making your life and business easier
Getting a Steuernummer is about correctly classifying your business right from the start. Avoid these common obstacles:
- Endless filling out of forms: The application for a Steuernummer (Fragebogen zur steuerlichen Erfassung) has many pages in complex official German. We will fill it out for you.
- Withheld payments (Bauabzugsteuer): If you work in construction, without a Steuernummer, your German client must deduct 15% from every invoice. We will help you get your tax number (Steuernummer) as well as the necessary Freistellungsbescheinigung certificate.
- Incorrect tax classification: Incorrectly filled out information can lead the German tax office (Finanzamt) to impose obligations on you that would otherwise not apply to you if filled out correctly. We will ensure that everything is set up optimally.
- Long waiting times: We know which information the authorities require as a priority. This minimizes the risk of your application getting stuck at the end of the process due to missing details.
- Communication with the Finanzamt: If the office requires additional documents, we communicate directly with them. You don’t have to call anywhere.
Getting a tax number should not slow down your start in Germany. With our help you get:
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Fast start of business:
The sooner you have your Steuernummer and Freistellungsbescheinigung, the sooner you can issue invoices and get paid for your work without unnecessary deductions.
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Professional advice:
We will explain the difference between a Steuernummer (local tax number) and a USt-IdNr (VAT ID for the EU) so that you use the right information.
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Administrative freedom:
You focus on your contract in Germany, we focus on the German tax office.
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Communication in English:
We will go through the entire process together in your native language, so you will know exactly at what stage your application is.
Get your Steuernummer
We will make sure that your tax number in Germany is arranged without unnecessary stress.
Tax number in Germany – When do you need it?
There are several situations where a Steuernummer is a necessity:
When does a business need a German tax number (Steuernummer)?
A Steuernummer is required when an entrepreneur or company has to register for tax purposes in Germany and communicate with the relevant Finanzamt. The obligation depends on the legal form, activity and tax obligations in Germany. We will review your situation and arrange the necessary steps in cooperation with an authorised German tax adviser.
How do you apply for a Steuernummer in Germany?
When starting a business or self-employed activity, the application is submitted electronically using the Fragebogen zur steuerlichen Erfassung questionnaire. The form contains information about the activity, expected income and tax regime. We will prepare the documents and ensure that the questionnaire is completed and submitted correctly.
What is the difference between a Steuernummer and a USt-IdNr.?
The Steuernummer is assigned by the Finanzamt for national tax procedures, while the USt-IdNr. is mainly used for identification in selected cross-border transactions within the EU. One number therefore does not automatically replace the other. We will check which identifiers you need and help you obtain them.
Is Steuernummer the same as Freistellungsbescheinigung?
No. The Steuernummer is a tax number assigned by the Finanzamt, while the Freistellungsbescheinigung is a certificate connected with exemption from the withholding of Bauabzugsteuer. They are different documents with different purposes. We arrange both the tax registration and the Freistellung application according to your situation.