Tax Return in Marlow
Tax Return in Marlow is handled by Finanzamt Ribnitz-Damgarten (zuständig für Marlow); in the region it currently takes about approx. 2 months.
Quick answer
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Documents you need
Wage Tax Statement
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Costs
1.000 €, ist aber stark einzelfallabhängig
Processing time
approx. 2 months in Marlow
The Finanzamt Ribnitz-Damgarten (zuständig für Marlow) in Marlow currently needs about approx. 2 months. Booking an appointment online saves waiting time at the counter.
Official: max. approx. 6 months
How to proceed
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Collect receipts
Gather your income tax withholding statement and receipts for income-related expenses, special expenses, and extraordinary expenses.
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Create an ELSTER declaration
Fill it out online via the ELSTER portal or tax software and submit it electronically.
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Wait for the tax assessment notice
The tax office reviews the information and issues the tax assessment, usually within a few weeks to a few months.
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Review the decision
If there are any discrepancies, file an objection within one month.
Required documents
- Wage Tax StatementMandatory
- Receipts for business expensesOften forgotten
Travel expenses, work equipment, professional development
- Donation receiptsOften forgotten
The essentials before applying
Who is eligible?
Employees (often voluntarily, with a refund), self-employed individuals, retirees with additional income, and anyone subject to mandatory tax assessment (e.g., those with multiple employers or who receive wage replacement benefits exceeding €410).
Income limit
Success rate
approx. 96.0 % (estimate)
Most common mistakes
- •Advertising expenses not fully reported
- •Receipts for special expenses are missing
- •Invalid tax ID or bank account information
Common reasons for rejection
- •Deadline for mandatory assessment missed
- •Receipts are missing when the tax office requests them
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.
Everything about Tax Return
Questions & Answers
When is the deadline for filing a tax return?▼
For voluntary filings, the deadline is retroactive to within 4 years; for mandatory assessments, the deadline is generally July 31 of the following year (later if filed through a tax advisor).
What is the average reimbursement amount?▼
According to the Federal Statistical Office, the average refund is around €1,000, but this varies greatly depending on the individual case.
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- Maintenance
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