Inheritance Tax

Tax on acquisitions upon death.

Inheritance tax is levied on what someone receives through inheritance or bequest. Personal allowances apply according to the degree of relationship, along with graduated tax rates. Close relatives have high allowances.

The relevant statutes

§ 1 ErbStG

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Related terms

Gift Tax
Compulsory Share

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