Taxfix: Tax return for Germany

Taxfix: Tax return for Germany

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Taxfix: Get Your Average €1,172 Tax Refund Without the Stress

The easiest way to file your German tax return in English or German. Conquer bureaucracy with our simple interview mode or let an expert advisor handle everything for you.

Publisher

Taxfix SE

Category

Finance

Downloads

4M+

User Rating

4.8/5

Total Ratings

240K+

Locales

5

Taxes Without the Stress

Discover the interface used by 4M+ users.

An independent tax advisor named Clara representing the Taxfix Expert Service for missed deadlines.

An independent tax advisor named Clara representing the Taxfix Expert Service for missed deadlines.

A smiling young man next to a Taxfix app interface showing an expected tax refund of 1172 Euros.

A smiling young man next to a Taxfix app interface showing an expected tax refund of 1172 Euros.

Taxfix app screen displaying options to file a tax return independently or through an expert advisor

Taxfix app screen displaying options to file a tax return independently or through an expert advisor

Interface of the Taxfix app showing how to take a photo of a payslip for tax returns

Interface of the Taxfix app showing how to take a photo of a payslip for tax returns

Taxfix mobile app screen showing automated data transfer for a 2024 tax return

Taxfix mobile app screen showing automated data transfer for a 2024 tax return

Mobile chat interface in the Taxfix app showing a message from a tax expert

Mobile chat interface in the Taxfix app showing a message from a tax expert

Screenshot of Taxfix app displaying positive user reviews and a recommendation rate of 9 out of 10 users

Screenshot of Taxfix app displaying positive user reviews and a recommendation rate of 9 out of 10 users

Taxfix app screen showing high user ratings and encrypted ELSTER data transfer

Taxfix app screen showing high user ratings and encrypted ELSTER data transfer

Maximize Your Refund with Zero Stress

The tools that make this app stand out, trusted by 4M+ users.

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No Tax Lingo Required

Forget complicated government forms. Answer simple, everyday questions in an intuitive interview mode designed for employees, students, and expats.

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Instant Refund Estimate

Know your numbers immediately. Our calculator updates in real-time so you can see your potential refund for free before you decide to submit.

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Paperless & Lightning Fast

Skip the printer and the post office. Snap photos of your documents and submit directly to the tax office via the official ELSTER interface in under 30 minutes.

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Trusted by 4M+ people who love this app.

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"As an expat living in Berlin, the German tax system was a total mystery to me. Taxfix changed everything. The app translated all the complex jargon into simple questions I could actually understand. I finished my return in 20 minutes and ended up with a refund much higher than I expected!"

Mateo Rossi
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"I've always dreaded tax season, but this app makes it feel like a simple chat. I managed everything on my phone during my lunch break. No paper forms, no stress, and the immediate calculation feature is a game-changer. It’s the most seamless financial tool I use."

Sarah Hoffmann

About the app

Everything you need to know about Taxfix: Tax return for Germany.

Description

Take your finances into your own hands. With Taxfix, you can complete your tax return yourself without any prior knowledge in simple interview mode or hand it over to an experienced tax advisor who you can reach anytime via chat. Complete your 2021-2024 tax return now in no time at all, easily and quickly before the tax deadline on 31st July 2025. Tax without tax forms, without tax lingo: With the Taxfix app, employees, students and pensioners can complete their tax returns quickly. This also applies to employees who have lived part of the year in Germany and the other part abroad. There are no incomprehensible forms to fill out for your tax return. On average, you'll get €1,172 back! Do it yourself step by step: In the new and improved questionnaire form, simple questions are used to collect all the information you need to prepare your tax return. Immediate calculation: Based on the answers, the tax calculator immediately calculates the amount of the refund. Convenient data transfer: All you need is your income tax certificate. Secure documents: Save and categorize your documents. Buy yourself more time with the expert service. When filing with the expert service, the filing deadline is automatically extended from 1 July 2025 to 30 April 2026. Taxfix connects you with an independent tax advisor so you can sit back and relax. Simply upload documents to the app and an expert will file for you. Paperless tax return: Your tax return is sent directly to your local tax office electronically via the official ELSTER interface of the tax authorities. Fair fees: Downloading, using the tax app and calculating your tax refund with the tax calculator are free of charge. For a flat fee of €39.99 (or €59.99 for joint assessment), you can submit your tax return directly to your local tax office. For 20% of your tax refund (minimum €99,99), you can have your tax prepared by a tax advisor. Finished quickly: Without Taxfix, you need an average of over six hours per year for your income tax return — with Taxfix, it’s significantly faster. In order to guarantee the perfect quality of your income tax return, Taxfix is currently focusing on simple tax cases. For this reason, Taxfix does not yet support the following groups of people, tax cases or income: Freelancers, self-employed persons and tradespeople, including the taxable operation of a photovoltaic system. Pensions as a civil servant (pension) or for other reasons of obligation, e.g. sales transaction Income from letting and leasing rooms, apartments, houses and other developed and undeveloped land. This also applies to rentals via platforms such as AirBnB Support for adult relatives through maintenance payments Income from forestry and agriculture Special payments to members of parliament Year-round residence abroad (limited tax liability) Residences in two countries at the same time Foreign income during the stay in Germany only with restrictions (except: Capital gains, subsequent wages for previous activities abroad and V+V/L+F from EU/EEA are supported) Tax return for inheritance or gift If none of these tax cases apply to you, then get the Taxfix app and submit your income tax return easily - whether for the tax year 2021, 2022, 2023 or 2024. Business Address: Taxfix SE, Köpenicker Str. 122, 10179 Berlin DISCLAIMER: (1) Information in this app comes from https://taxfix.de (2) None of Taxfix's services include or constitute tax advice or any other advisory service. Nor does Taxfix claim to offer these services. (3) This app does not represent any government or political entity and does not provide or facilitate the provision of government services. (4) Taxfix takes the privacy of its users very seriously. Further information can be found at https://taxfix.de/datenschutz/

Latest Version

1.418.0

Size

207.4 MB

First Released

Jul 10, 2017

Claim your €1,172 average refund today

Join over 4 million users who have ditched the paperwork. Calculate your refund for free and file your German tax return in minutes—no tax lingo required.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Taxfix: Tax return for Germany

What is Taxfix and how does it help with tax returns?

Taxfix is an app that allows users to complete their tax return for Germany without prior knowledge, either by themselves using an interview mode or with the help of an experienced tax advisor.

Which tax years does Taxfix support for filing returns?

Taxfix supports tax returns for the years 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024. Users must submit before the tax deadline on July 31, 2025.

Is the Taxfix app free to use or does it have fees?

Downloading the Taxfix app and calculating your tax refund are free of charge. Submitting your tax return costs €39.99 for single assessment or €59.99 for joint assessment.

How much does the Taxfix expert service cost?

The Taxfix expert service costs 20% of your tax refund, with a minimum fee of €99.99. This service connects you with an independent tax advisor to prepare your taxes.

Can I get a tax deadline extension with the Taxfix expert service?

Yes, using the Taxfix expert service automatically extends your tax filing deadline. For example, it extends from July 1, 2025, to April 30, 2026.

Who can use the Taxfix app to file their tax return?

Taxfix is suitable for employees, students, and pensioners, including those who lived part of the year in Germany and abroad. It is designed for simple tax cases.

Which types of tax cases or individuals does Taxfix not support?

Taxfix does not support freelancers, self-employed persons, tradespeople, civil servant pensions, income from letting/leasing, forestry/agriculture, or year-round residence abroad.

How does Taxfix submit tax returns to the tax office?

Taxfix sends your tax return directly and electronically to your local tax office. It uses the official ELSTER interface of the tax authorities for submission.

Does Taxfix provide tax advice to its users?

No, Taxfix's services do not include or constitute tax advice or any other advisory service. Taxfix explicitly states it does not claim to offer these services.

What is the average tax refund amount received by Taxfix users?

On average, Taxfix users get €1,172 back on their tax return. The app calculates this amount immediately based on the answers provided in the questionnaire.

Can Taxfix users chat directly with a tax expert?

Yes, users of the Taxfix expert service can reach an experienced tax advisor anytime via chat. Experts are available to answer questions and provide assistance.

Is Taxfix an official government organization?

No, Taxfix does not represent any government or political entity. It also does not provide or facilitate the provision of government services.

Is personal and financial data safe with the Taxfix app?

Yes, Taxfix prioritizes user privacy. It ensures secure document handling and uses the ELSTER interface for encrypted data transfer, with a detailed privacy policy available.

How does Taxfix simplify the process of entering tax data?

Taxfix simplifies data entry through an interactive questionnaire, allowing users to take pictures of documents like payslips, and auto-fills personal information and recurring expenses.