{"id":30895,"date":"2026-08-20T12:44:04","date_gmt":"2026-08-20T10:44:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.accountable.eu\/help-center\/i-submitted-my-fragebogen-what-happens-next\/"},"modified":"2026-08-24T17:27:51","modified_gmt":"2026-08-24T15:27:51","slug":"i-submitted-my-fragebogen-what-happens-next","status":"publish","type":"help_center","link":"https:\/\/www.accountable.eu\/en-be\/help-center\/i-submitted-my-fragebogen-what-happens-next\/","title":{"rendered":"I submitted my Fragebogen: What happens next?"},"content":{"rendered":"

First of all: Congratulations! \ud83c\udf89<\/b>
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You\u2019ve just taken a big step toward officially becoming self-employed in Germany. Submitting your Fragebogen zur steuerlichen Erfassung (tax registration questionnaire)<\/b> is a big deal – and we\u2019re here to guide you every step of the way.
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When will I receive my Steuernummer (tax number)?<\/h2>\n

Most people get their Steuernummer<\/b> (tax number) by mail within 3 to 6 weeks<\/b> after submitting the Fragebogen. This number is essential – you\u2019ll need it to issue invoices and file your tax declarations.
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\ud83d\udccc Heads-up: If you’re in a big city, or it\u2019s a busy season (like January), it might take up to 8 weeks or a little longer.<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udca1 Pro tip: Make sure your name is clearly visible on your mailbox, especially in shared buildings. That small step can prevent major delays.<\/p>\n

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What can I do while I wait?<\/h2>\n

Even without your Steuernummer, there\u2019s plenty you can do to set yourself up for success:
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\u2705 Start tracking your finances<\/h3>\n

Use this time to organize your income and expenses. Tools like Accountable make bookkeeping simple – and save you headaches down the line.
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\u2705 Set up your invoice template<\/h3>\n

You can already create your invoice layout and branding. Just leave the Steuernummer field blank for now. Once your number arrives, you can add it in and start invoicing right away.<\/p>\n

\u27a1\ufe0f Need help? Check out our step-by-step guide: Create your first sales invoice<\/a><\/p>\n

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\u2705 Learn the tax basics<\/h3>\n

Dive into the essentials of income tax, VAT, and self-employed obligations in Germany. The more confident you are now, the smoother things go later.<\/p>\n

\u27a1\ufe0f Have a look at our article\u2019s and learn more about:<\/p>\n

Income tax<\/a><\/p>\n

How VAT works in Germany<\/a><\/p>\n

Kleinunternehmer 2025: Everything you need to know<\/a><\/p>\n

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\u2705 Join a free webinar or read up<\/h3>\n

Take advantage of free resources, like our webinars, our help-centre-articles or blog, to get smarter about self-employment in Germany.<\/p>\n

\u27a1\ufe0f You can check out our upcoming webinars here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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W<\/b>e’re here to help you feel confident, not confused.<\/p>\n

Keep an eye on your mailbox – and in the meantime, keep moving forward. You’ve already done the hardest part.<\/p>\n

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Don\u2019t hesitate to contact us whenever you have a question at tax-coach@accountable.eu<\/a>. We\u2019re here to help and guide you further. \ud83d\ude0a<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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