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Tools for Expats in Germany

Free calculators and guides for taxes, bureaucracy, and everyday life in plain English.

Tax & Salary

Calculate your income, deductions, and take-home pay in Germany.

Calculate your exact take-home pay after German taxes and social contributions.

Find the right Steuerklasse for your situation: single, married, or second job.

Calculate your take-home pay for a Minijob (≤€538) or Midijob. See what you keep and what your employer pays on top.

Tools for freelancers and small business owners in Germany.

Freiberufler or Gewerbe? Find out how your work is classified in Germany.

Check if you qualify for VAT exemption under §19 UStG based on your previous and projected revenue.

Navigate German visa requirements and pension rules.

Calculate your Opportunity Card points score and check if you qualify for Germany's job-seeker visa.

Find out if you qualify for a German pension refund and estimate how much you can reclaim after leaving Germany.

Health insurance, registration, and everyday life in Germany.

Public or private? GKV vs PKV decision tool based on your income and family.

Personalised document checklist for your German address registration.

Find out how much rent you can afford in Germany and what landlords will require from you.