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Internet flat rate

Support productive working from home - with a tax-free allowance towards your employees' internet costs.

Internet flat rate

Brief Overview

The internet allowance is a tax-free monthly allowance of up to 50 euros that your company can grant its employees for private internet use - especially when working from home. This not only supports digital equipment, but also facilitates flexible working. The lump sum is tax-free in accordance with Section 3 No. 45 EStG if it is paid in addition to the salary already owed.

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Your benefits at a glance

Benefits for your Company

An allowance for internet use shows appreciation and supports modern, flexible working models such as working from home and hybrid working. For employers, this means more motivation, greater efficiency and tax benefits. The internet allowance can be a clear advantage in the competition for talent and has a positive effect on employee retention.

Legal Framework

In accordance with Section 3 No. 45 EStG, employers can grant their employees a monthly internet allowance of up to EUR 50 tax-free if this is paid in addition to the wages already owed. There is no obligation to provide proof of actual costs, but there should be a connection to professional use - for example, when working from home.

What is the Internet flat rate for?

The internet flat rate covers your employees' private internet costs, whether for DSL, fiber optics or mobile data. It provides financial relief and ensures smooth digital collaboration, especially for hybrid or fully remote teams.

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