Apply for annual Riester subsidy

Overview

Use this within two years after a Riester pension contribution year when claiming the government subsidy (Zulage). Many providers can file on your behalf.

Timing to be aware of

2 years after tax year end

Reference only — your timing may differ. Confirm with the relevant office.

Key date to check

Employment type

Common questions

Questions people often look up at this stage. Answers are general — confirm with the relevant office or a qualified professional.

• I need a bank account to sign my rental lease, but I can't get an Anmeldung without a lease—how do I break this loop?
• I've tried the video call verification five times, but the agent keeps hanging up saying my passport is "not supported."

Related events

• Income tax return deadline (self-filing)
  Critical
  7 months after tax year end
• Income tax return deadline (with tax advisor)
  High
  14 months after tax year end
• Apply for filing extension
  High
  1 day before 7 months after tax year end
• Non-resident landlord tax return (Anlage V)
  High
  7 months after tax year end
• Gewerbesteuer filing
  High
  7 months after tax year end