Everything we know about leaving Germany
Deregistration, pension refund, taxes, insurance, mail — written from 40,000+ cases since 2014, not from theory. Pick the topic that is blocking you right now.
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German Pension Refund: Get Your Contributions Back in 4 Steps
Reclaim your German pension contributions in four steps: who qualifies, which forms, which documents, how much money flows back. With calculator, practical tips from 40,000+ deregistrations and a free eligibility check via Fundsback.
Best Broker for Expats Leaving Germany — 2026 Guide
Which brokers keep your account after you deregister and which ones close it? 2026 comparison for EU and non-EU moves, plus exit taxation (§ 6 AStG), portfolio transfers and timing. From 40,000+ deregistrations since 2014.
Tax Obligations After Leaving Germany
What taxes you still owe Germany after deregistering: extended limited tax liability, exit taxation under § 6 AStG, double-taxation treaties, withholding tax on pensions and rental income, and the practical sequence. From 40,000+ deregistrations since 2014.
German Pension Refund for Non-EU Citizens
Non-EU citizens reclaiming German pension contributions: country-by-country eligibility, the 24-month waiting period, certification through the German embassy, taxation in your home country, dual nationality, and the practical sequence. From 40,000+ deregistrations since 2014.
Best Bank Account for Expats Leaving Germany — 2026 Comparison
Which bank account fits expats leaving Germany? 2026 comparison: DKB, N26, Wise and Revolut. With step-by-step preparation and practical experience from 40,000+ deregistrations.
Sell Your German Life or Pension Insurance Instead of Cancelling
Sell instead of cancel: up to 100 % more than the surrender value, tax tips and practical experience from 40,000+ deregistrations. Run-Off insurers, revocation joker, Riester / Rürup edge cases.
Cancel German Child and Parental Benefits When Leaving Germany
Cancel Kindergeld (child benefit) and Elterngeld (parental allowance) when moving abroad: when entitlement ends, exceptions, EU coordination of family benefits, voluntary disclosure for wrongful receipt, Kinderzuschlag and Kinderfreibetrag. From 40,000+ deregistrations since 2014.
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