The tax return is due regularly - you have stated everything and then you receive mail from the tax office: a tax payment. The reasons for the additional payment can be varied.

Processing takes between five to eight weeks - sometimes it's quicker, sometimes it takes longer. There is no one reason that covers all back taxes. If you receive a request for additional tax payment, it depends on your individual case. Merkur.de's “Clever Save” newsletter always has the best money-saving tips for you every Thursday. You can find the deadline in the notice you can find in the Bavarian Income Tax Aid Aid office, you can apply for a deferral or payment in installments from the office; you can be rejected after checking after-by-case on a case-by case basis. For confidential support call the Samaritans on 08457 90 90 90 or visit a local Samaritans branch, see www.samaritans.org for details. In the U.S. call the National Suicide Prevention Line on 1-800-273-8255.