Gewerbesteuer filing

Overview

Use this when you run a Gewerbe with revenue above EUR 24,500 and must file trade tax (Gewerbesteuer). File with your annual tax return by 31 July.

Timing to be aware of

7 months 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.

• 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?

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
• Check foreign accounts and asset reporting (Anlage AUS)
  High
  7 months after tax year end