Taxes in Germany

Tax law is a very complex theme. In order to start a business in Germany, you should be familiar with the german tax law. The variety of taxes ranges from corporation and trade taxes to a solidarity surcharge. The Federal Central Department of Taxes (Bundeszentralamt für Steuern - BZSt) may give you detailed information about these and other taxes. Further topics are for instance tax and employer obligations, advance ruling and avoidance of double taxation.