Apply for nonprofit status with the IRS in Worms
In Worms we expect about approx. 2 months processing time for Apply for nonprofit status with the IRS – responsible: Finanzamt Worms.
Quick answer
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Documents you need
Personalausweis oder Reisepass · Formular / Antrag
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Costs
Kostenlos über ELSTER (Satzungsprüfung beim Finanzamt)
Processing time
approx. 2 months in Worms
The Finanzamt Worms in Worms currently needs about approx. 2 months. Booking an appointment online saves waiting time at the counter.
Official: max. approx. 3 months
How to proceed
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Adapt the bylaws to the model bylaws
Appendix 1 to Section 60 of the German Fiscal Code (AO) sets forth the minimum formal requirements.
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Application to the appropriate tax office
Submission of the articles of association for review of compliance with statutory requirements.
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Received a notice of exemption
Authorized to issue donation receipts.
Required documents
- Personalausweis oder ReisepassMandatory
- Formular / AntragMandatory
The essentials before applying
Who is eligible?
Associations, foundations, and other organizations with non-profit, charitable, or religious purposes.
Income limit
Success rate
approx. 75.0 % (estimate)
Most common mistakes
- •The purposes of the bylaws are formulated too vaguely
- •Use of funds not exclusively and directly for charitable purposes
Common reasons for rejection
- •The bylaws do not comply with the model bylaws of the Tax Code
- •Actual management practices differ from the articles of incorporation
Alternatives
- Check related services in the application assistant
- Use social counselling before applying
If rejected
File a written objection within 30 days – with reasons why the decision is wrong and any missing evidence.
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Questions & Answers
Wie lange dauert Gemeinnützigkeit beim Finanzamt beantragen?▼
In der Regel ca. 60 Werktage – je nach Behörde und Auslastung.
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- Maintenance
- Continuously reviewed & updated
- Source
- Finanzamt Worms
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Latest content changes
- Online-Antrag über ELSTER statt generischem Bundesportal
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Responsible authority
- Apply for nonprofit status with the IRS in Worms
- City Worms
- State information
Regional specifics
- Körperschaftsteuererklärung mit Anlage Gem (ELSTER)
Form
- Authorities
- Registration of an association
Legal status as a registered association
- Apply for nonprofit status with the IRS – overview
Handle Apply for nonprofit status with the IRS online
Submit your application directly online – without visiting an office.
Start online application