Germany made simple, in plain English
Navigate German taxes, bureaucracy, and everyday life with free tools built specifically for expats. Zero German required.
Everything you need
Salary & Tax Calculator
Estimate your take-home pay after German taxes and social contributions.
Tax Class Calculator
Compare Steuerklasse 3/5 and 4/4 using both salaries and see the real difference.
Freelancer Classification
Freiberufler or Gewerbe? Find out how your work is classified in Germany.
Opportunity Card Calculator
Calculate your Opportunity Card (Chancenkarte) points score and check if you qualify.
Health Insurance: Public vs Private
Public or private? GKV vs PKV decision tool based on your income and family.
Address Registration Checklist
Personalised document checklist for your German address registration.
Built for expats, not accountants
Plain English
No German language required. Every term explained clearly with the why, not just the what.
No signup needed
Jump straight in. No accounts, no email capture, no barriers. Just useful tools.
Always up to date
All calculations use the latest 2026 tax rates, thresholds, and social contribution rules.
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