Announce address change at the tax office - how it works

When you move, you usually have to announce your new address everywhere - the tax office is no exception. We have summarized for you how you announce your address to the tax office.

How to announce the new address at the tax office

If you move and the authority responsible for you remains the same, you do not have to enter the new address until the next tax return.

• If you move to a new district and are assigned to a new tax office, you must pass on the change of residence to your former tax office.
• There is no time limit, but it should still be done as soon as possible.
• Ask the tax office whether you still fall within your area of ​​responsibility or not.
• If you do not register with your old tax office, it can happen that as soon as you submit your tax return to the new tax office, they do not know anything about it and cannot assign your documents. As soon as reminders are sent, the tax office will inquire about your address at the registration office. For this you incur follow-up costs.

Announce address in writing

Basically, you can give your new address to your old tax office by phone.

• If you want to be sure that your change of address has actually been registered, you should do so in writing.
• For example, you can send an informal email. Always include your tax number.
• You can also write an informal written letter and send it by post. It is important that you provide your old and new address and your tax number.
• You can also use the Deutsche Post relocation notification, which will automatically forward your new address to all banks, shops and Co.

In our next practice tip, you'll learn how to report tax evasion online.