Advance VAT filing (quarterly)
Self-employmentTax
Overview
Use this when you file quarterly VAT prepayments. Submit by the 10th of the month after each quarter ends.
Timing to be aware of
By the 10th of the month after quarter end
Reference only — your timing may differ. Confirm with the relevant office.
What you'll need
- Employment type
- vat_status
Common questions
Questions people often look up at this stage. Answers are general — confirm with the relevant office or a qualified professional.
- My freelance visa application was rejected. What are my options?
- I have a Steuer-ID but my client says I need a Steuernummer. Are they the same?
- My visa says Selbstständige Tätigkeit nicht gestattet. Can I do freelance work?
- I just arrived; why do I have two different tax numbers and which one do I give my boss?
- What is ELSTER and do I really have to use it for my taxes?