Basiszins

In English: Base interest rate

A rate the Ministry of Finance publishes every January, derived from long-term government bond yields. It is only used to calculate the Vorabpauschale – a higher Basiszins means more advance tax.

Where it comes up

• What will my savings grow to? Savings plan
• How much must I save for a goal? Savings goal
• How long will my money last? Withdrawal plan

Related terms

• Abgeltungsteuer
• Solidaritätszuschlag (Soli)
• Kirchensteuer
• Sparerpauschbetrag
• Freistellungsauftrag
• Teilfreistellung
• Vorabpauschale

All terms in the glossary