Bescheinigung in Steuersachen

The "certificate in tax matters" (formerly: "clearance certificate") on the taxpayer's tax reliability serves as a decision-making aid for other authorities in approval procedures or the awarding of public contracts or also for private clients. The content of the certificate is limited to the non-judgmental statement of tax facts, such as existing tax arrears, payment and tax behavior of the taxpayer at the time of issue. The assessment of the certified tax behavior is left to the person who is to take the measure requested by the taxpayer (e.g. granting a business license, a road haulage concession or a contract).
The certificate is sent or handed over to the taxpayer (or authorized representative) or, in the case of a company, to the legal or contractually appointed representative (e.g. managing director, board of directors).

An official identity document (identity card, passport) if you require a "certificate in tax matters" from your local authority or municipal administration.

In the event that you require a "certificate in tax matters" from the tax office, no further documents are required from you, as the tax office certifies the tax facts on the basis of the knowledge available there.

Fees may apply. For more detailed information, please contact the responsible office.

Since the "certificate in tax matters" is not an administrative act, but merely a statement of knowledge, there is no possibility of appeal, i.e. there is also no deadline for appeal.

Please contact your local municipal or city administration or the tax office responsible for you.

When purchasing land (this also includes condominiums, heritable building rights and similar), the notary notarizing the purchase contract will provide information about the real estate transfer tax clearance certificate.

An informal application - in writing, in person or by telephone - stating the full first name and surname or company name and address as well as the tax number/identification number is sufficient.

The purpose for which the certificate is required should also be stated.