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Lekcja 2 · klasa 14+
Tax classes I–VI and the Steuer-ID
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The Steuerklasse decides how much tax leaves your salary each month. Class I = singles, III = married sole earner (cheapest), IV = both spouses work, V = second partner when III, VI = second job (most expensive). The Steuer-ID is your lifelong tax number — it arrives by post after your first Anmeldung.
- ●Spouses choose III/V or IV/IV — switching is allowed
- ●Lost your Steuer-ID? → request it again at the BZSt website
- ●Paid too much? → claim it back via Steuererklärung (see guide)
🧾 The average tax refund in Germany is around €1,100. A voluntary return can be filed 4 years back.