What happens if I do not submit my tax return on time?
September 5, 2022 | 40,00 EUR | answered by Wolfgang Lenzner
Dear tax advisory team,
My name is Ella König and I have a question regarding my tax return. Unfortunately, I have not been able to submit my tax return on time in the past weeks and I am now wondering what consequences I may face.
The background is that I have been very busy with work and had a lot to take care of in my personal life, which is why submitting the tax return has unfortunately been put on the back burner. I am worried that I may now be facing fines or other penalties for not meeting the deadline.
I am aware of the importance of submitting the tax return on time and would like to know how best to proceed to clarify the situation. Are there ways to extend the deadline or avoid fines? What steps should I take now to resolve the situation?
Thank you in advance for your help and I look forward to your feedback.
Best regards,
Ella König
Dear Ella König,
Thank you for your inquiry regarding the late submission of your tax return. It is understandable that it can sometimes be difficult to get everything done on time, especially when you are busy with work and personal obligations. It is good that you are thinking early about how to address the situation.
First and foremost, I want to inform you that there are usually fines or penalties for not meeting the deadline for submitting your tax return. The amount of the penalty may vary depending on the tax office and also depends on how long the tax return has been overdue. However, there are also ways to resolve the situation and avoid fines.
To extend the deadline for submitting your tax return, you can submit a request for an extension to the relevant tax office. In this request, you should state the reason for the delay and request an extension of the deadline. It is important that you submit the request as soon as possible to avoid further problems.
If you have already received a reminder from the tax office, I recommend that you immediately contact your case worker and explain the situation. Tax offices often show leniency if there is a valid reason for the delay and you are cooperative.
Furthermore, it is important that you start preparing your tax return as soon as possible and gather all necessary documents. The sooner you can submit your tax return, the better.
I hope this information helps you and provides you with guidance on how to best proceed to resolve the situation. If you have any further questions or need assistance, I am happy to help.
Sincerely,
Wolfgang Lenzner
