SteuerGo

SteuerGo is a popular German online tax return preparation platform that makes filing a German Einkommensteuererklärung (income tax return) simpler, faster, and more affordable than working with a traditional Steuerberater (tax adviser).

The platform guides users through the tax return process step by step, asking questions in plain language and automatically populating the relevant German tax forms. SteuerGo covers the most common tax situations for employees: employment income, capital gains, rental income, deductible expenses, relocation costs, home office deductions, and pension contributions.

For expats who are comfortable enough with German to navigate an online questionnaire — or who use translation tools for assistance — SteuerGo provides a cost-effective way to file a German tax return and claim refunds. The average SteuerGo user claims over €1,000 in tax refund, and filing a return is worth doing even when not legally required if refunds are likely.

SteuerGo offers a basic free tier and a paid service with additional support and features. The platform connects directly to the German tax authorities (Elster) for electronic filing, and the process from start to submission takes most users less than an hour. For straightforward expat tax situations, SteuerGo is a practical and affordable alternative to a full Steuerberater engagement.