Solidaritätszuschlag (Soli)

In English: Solidarity surcharge

A surcharge of 5.5% on top of the flat tax (not on your income). Unlike for income tax, it still applies to capital income for everyone.

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
• Kirchensteuer
• Sparerpauschbetrag
• Freistellungsauftrag
• Teilfreistellung
• Vorabpauschale
• Basiszins

All terms in the glossary