An action brought before the competent tax court against a decision on an objection issued by the tax office.
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Quick answer
Documents you need
Decision on an objection · Identification card or passport
Responsible authority
The authority of your main residence
How to do it
Apply directly online
Costs
Varies by case
Wait for the decision on the appeal
A lawsuit may be filed only after the opposition proceedings have been concluded.
File a lawsuit with the tax court
In writing or electronically, within one month.
Request a stay of execution
So that the disputed tax does not have to be paid until a decision is reached.
The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →
Who is eligible?
Taxpayers whose appeal against a tax assessment has been denied.
Income limit
Processing time
Nationwide: approx. approx. 18 months
Success rate
approx. 35.0 % (estimate)
Read the decision carefully: often submitting missing documents or reapplying helps more than an objection.
10–80 € depending on the certificate/procedure.
Typically about 540 business days—depending on the agency and its workload.