Still waiting on your Steuernummer (tax number) after submitting your Fragebogen zur steuerlichen Erfassung? If it’s been more than 6 or 7 weeks, don’t stress. Here’s what to check and how to follow up.
📨 1. Double-Check your mailbox
Start with the basics. Make sure:
Your full name is visible on your mailbox.
You haven’t overlooked the letter - it often looks like a standard Finanzamt (tax office) letter, not something eye-catching.
Here’s what it typically looks like:
☎️ 2. Reach out to your local Finanzamt
If nothing has arrived, it’s time to contact the Finanzamt that handles your registration:
Call or email them directly.
Mention when you submitted your Fragebogen and give your full address.
A friendly tone goes a long way - this is just a check-in.
👉 You can find your local Finanzamt office via this link.
🔍 Usually, it’s the office closest to your registered home address.
You can use this informal template as a sample letter to send to your Finanzamt:
❓ 3. Ask If anything’s missing
Sometimes the Finanzamt holds back your Steuernummer because they need extra information. It’s worth asking:
“Is anything missing from my Fragebogen zur steuerlichen Erfassung (tax registration questionnaire)?”
They’ll check your file and let you know exactly what’s needed - no guesswork, no resubmitting the whole form (unless they specifically ask for it).
Still stuck?
No worries - we’re here for you. If you need help figuring out what’s going on, just send us a message at tax-coach@accountable.eu.
We’re here to help and guide you further 😊