Apply for nonprofit status with the IRS in Main-Taunus-Kreis is handled by Finanzamt Hofheim am Taunus (zuständig für Main-Taunus-Kreis); in the region it currently takes about approx. 2 months.
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Documents you need
Identification card or passport · Form / Application
Costs
Kostenlos über ELSTER (Satzungsprüfung beim Finanzamt)
approx. 2 months in Main-Taunus-Kreis
If you apply for Apply for nonprofit status with the IRS in Main-Taunus-Kreis, expect about approx. 2 months. Complete documents on first submission are the biggest time factor.
Official: max. approx. 3 months
Adapt the bylaws to the model bylaws
Appendix 1 to Section 60 of the German Fiscal Code (AO) sets forth the minimum formal requirements.
Application to the appropriate tax office
Submission of the Articles of Association for review of compliance with statutory requirements – submission via ELSTER (KSt 1 with Annex Gem).
Received a notice of exemption
Authorized to issue donation receipts.
Who is eligible?
Associations, foundations, and other organizations with non-profit, charitable, or religious purposes.
Income limit
Success rate
approx. 75.0 % (estimate)
File a written objection within 30 days – with reasons why the decision is wrong and any missing evidence.
10–80 € depending on the certificate/procedure.
Typically about 60 business days—depending on the agency and its workload.
Regional specifics
Form
Legal status as a registered association
Submit your application directly online – without visiting an office.
Start online application