Dog license fee
Registration and payment of dog license fees to the municipality.
How to proceed
- 1
Registration with the Public Order Office
Within 2–4 weeks of purchase.
- 2
Received a tax assessment
Annual payment or quarterly installments.
- 3
Deregistration due to relocation or death
Tax liability ends upon deregistration.
Required documents
- Identification cardMandatory
- Dog registration (vaccination record, microchip)Often forgotten
Responsible authority
The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →
Fees
Je nach Gemeinde 50–150 €/Jahr
Processing time
approx. 2 weeks
Official: max. approx. 1 months
Common mistakes
- • Dog not registered on time
- • Incorrect tax bracket (one or more dogs)
Common reasons for rejection
- • Proof of exemption not accepted
You can usually file an objection against a rejection.
The essentials before applying
Who is eligible?
All dog owners – Tax liability applies once you own a dog.
Income limit
The limit varies by household and region – see the table at the responsible authority or in the application assistant.
Processing time
Nationwide: approx. approx. 2 weeks
Success rate
approx. 99.0 % (estimate)
Most common mistakes
- •Dog not registered on time
- •Incorrect tax bracket (one or more dogs)
Common reasons for rejection
- •Proof of exemption not accepted
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.
Questions & Answers
How much is the dog license fee?▼
Depending on the municipality, €50–190 per year per dog.
Freshness & source
- Maintenance
- Continuously reviewed & updated
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