Tax assessment wrong? Objection within one month
The tax assessment arrives, and the tax office cut expenses or calculated differently than you did? You do not have to accept that. You can file an objection against a tax assessment within one month; that is simple and free.
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What you should do now
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1. Check the assessment
Compare the assessment with your return. Which items were cut or evaluated differently? The 'explanations' often give the reason.
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2. File the objection on time
File an objection with the tax office in writing within one month. You can submit the reasons later.
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3. Apply for suspension of enforcement
For a disputed back payment, apply for suspension of enforcement so that you do not have to pay for now.
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4. Submit missing evidence
Submit missing evidence (receipts, certificates) that supports your information.
Frequently asked questions
How long do I have for the objection?
One month from notification of the tax assessment (§ 355 AO). When sent by post, the assessment is generally deemed notified on the third day after posting. File an objection on time; you can submit the reasons later.
Do I have to pay the back payment despite the objection?
The objection alone does not suspend the obligation to pay. Additionally apply for 'suspension of enforcement'; if it is granted, you do not have to pay the disputed amount until the decision on the objection.
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General information for self-help, not legal advice (RDG). In case of a high loss or uncertainty: contact a consumer advice center or a lawyer.