Lost in the German Tax Jungle?

There are two ways to file your tax return with Taxfix: complete the simple question-and-answer process via app or browser, or have your taxes done by an independent tax advisor using Expert Service .

If you do your tax return yourself, you can get a free calculation of your estimated refund before submitting to your local tax office via the official ELSTER interface.

These groups of people can use Taxfix:

Employees

Salaried job? Use Taxfix for a simple tax return with potential refunds.

Students & Trainees

In education or training? Carry forward losses now and save money later – no tax knowledge needed.

Pensioners

Even in retirement, a tax return can be worthwhile – Taxfix is here to help.

Parents (e.g. receiving parental allowance)

Receiving parental allowance? A tax return is usually mandatory – Taxfix makes it easy.

Job seekers (unemployment benefits – ALG I)

Subject to the progression clause? Taxfix helps you submit your return securely.

Landlords

Rental income? Enter it easily and save time on your tax return.

People with side jobs

Whether it's a mini-job or instructor allowance – side income can also be declared.

Small business owners

Running a small business without employees or as a freelancer? If you're exempt from VAT, Taxfix is the right choice.

Expert Service: With the Expert Service, independent tax advisors prepare your tax return for you. Thanks to your personalized task list, you’ll know exactly which documents to upload so your expert can optimize your return. In the end, all you need to do is review and approve your tax return—done! Once processed by the tax office, your possible refund will be transferred to your bank account, and you’ll receive your tax assessment notice.

Do Your Taxes Yourself: After registering in the smartphone app or via browser, you’ll answer around 70 personalized questions. You’ll then immediately see the estimated amount of your tax refund—free of charge. If you decide to submit, we’ll transfer your tax return electronically to your local tax office. Once processed by the tax office, your possible refund will be transferred to your bank account, and you’ll receive your tax assessment notice.

Taxfix costs from €39.99 if you prepare your tax return yourself. The Expert Service is available from €99.99. On the Taxfix Costs page, you’ll find more details about prices and your options to save money with Taxfix+. You can download the Taxfix app for free from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store, or access our service via web browser. At no extra cost, you can calculate whether you’re entitled to a tax refund and how much it might be. Alternatively, you can use the Expert Service  and have your tax return prepared by an independent tax advisor.

Submitting a tax return is definitely not something you do off the cuff. And when specialized knowledge is required, it’s understandable to be cautious or even feel sceptical.

For questions that require explanation, Taxfix offers info texts and corresponding advice articles or tax tips. These resources will help with general tax questions on specific points, but not with individual tax questions.

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