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What is the Capital Gains Tax Rate in Germany?

There is no separate tax on capital gains. Capital gains are subject to income tax as regular income however:

  • there is no capital gains tax on a property used as a private home
  • there is no capital gains tax on a  property held for more than 10 years
  • capital gains on shares are taxed at a flat 26,375% irrespective of how long they are held

Contact us to find out how we can prepare an optimized German tax return for you as an expat.

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