Specialist Advisory
Cross-border tax planning for companies and individuals. Certified specialist advisers with experience in over 40 countries.
Do you find German tax law complicated? That applies even more to the tax no-man's-land between different countries. International tax law poses some of the most challenging tax problems, but also offers opportunities that many companies and individuals are entirely unaware of.
Our firm in Münster is one of the few in Germany in which two managing directors hold the certified specialist title in international tax law. Through the TaxPlanet network, we work with tax and legal experts in over 40 countries.
We advise you not merely reactively, but proactively. In international tax law, forward planning and deliberate tax structuring are the key to optimal outcomes. Despite the complexity, we explain the concepts we develop for you in a clear and accessible way.
We provide advice in German and English, in person at our offices in Münster, by telephone or via video conference. It does not matter whether you are based in Münster, anywhere in Germany or on the other side of the world.
Your Expert
CEO
MBA, Tax Consultant, Chartered Accountant, Expert Adviser for International Taxation, Expert Adviser for Customs and Excise Duties
From practice
A German corporate group with a permanent establishment in Romania faced a total tax burden of around 50 per cent, including distributions. The overall tax burden fell to around 16 per cent, with full legal certainty vis-à-vis both tax authorities.
A client wished to benefit from the low corporate tax rate of an EU member state without abandoning the German structure. The lower foreign tax rate was effectively imported into Germany and the overall tax burden was significantly reduced.
An entrepreneur relocated his residence abroad and later sold his German company at a profit. The tax authority was unable to impose exit tax on the disposal gain, and the client realised the full sale proceeds.
From corporate taxation to private wealth planning: we support you on all cross-border tax matters.
Transfer pricing documentation, permanent establishment advice and withholding tax optimisation for internationally active companies. We develop structures that avoid double taxation and take account of current requirements such as the OECD minimum tax (Pillar Two).
Tax advice for expats, cross-border commuters and seconded employees - from residence determination to tax equalisation. We coordinate tax returns in both countries and optimise the allocation of the tax burden.
Advice on international inheritance cases, gifts and anticipated succession involving foreign assets. We examine which double taxation agreements apply, make use of the credit under s. 21 ErbStG and avoid multiple taxation through targeted succession planning.
Tax treatment of rental income from foreign properties, foreign pensions and annuities, and investment income from foreign portfolios and shareholdings. We apply double taxation agreements and credit rules so that foreign income is taxed in the right country and no multiple burden arises.
Special Expertise
The border region between Germany and the Netherlands presents particular tax requirements. From Münster, we have been advising clients in this region for decades and know the specifics of both tax systems.
Optimal application of the double taxation agreement for companies and individuals
Tax treatment of employees who live in one country and work in the other
Advice on the Dutch 30% ruling for foreign skilled workers and its tax implications
We combine deep specialist expertise with a worldwide network and modern, digital working processes.
Certified specialist advisers
Two managing directors holding the specialist title in international tax law
TaxPlanet network
Tax and legal experts in over 40 countries as established partners
English-language advisory
Advice delivered in the business language of your international engagements
Digital processes
Digital collaboration via DATEV with remote advisory by video, telephone or online
FOCUS Top Firm
Recognised as one of the best tax firms in Germany
Our specialist advisers in international tax law are available to you personally.
Answers to the most important questions on international tax law.
Your question not listed? Get in touchAs soon as you are active across borders - for example through business relationships abroad, foreign shareholdings, employee secondments or income from abroad. Specialist advice is also important when moving abroad, relocating to Germany or in international inheritance cases.
Germany has concluded double taxation agreements (DTAs) with over 90 countries. These agreements determine, via the exemption or credit method, which country may tax which income. We analyse your situation and ensure that all agreements are used optimally and that tax credits are claimed correctly.
We advise clients with tax connections in over 40 countries. Key areas include the EU and Western Europe (including the Netherlands, Austria, Switzerland, Great Britain and France), Eastern Europe (Poland, Turkey, Romania), the Middle East, as well as North and South America and Asia. We have particular expertise in the German-Dutch border region. Through our TaxPlanet network we can draw on local specialist advisers in further countries as required.
TaxPlanet is a cooperation of independent tax and legal experts worldwide. As a member, we can draw on qualified local partners for cross-border matters who are familiar with the tax specifics of their country. You benefit from coordinated advice from a single point of contact, without having to search for specialist advisers abroad yourself.
Yes, our firm in Münster offers English-language tax advisory (international tax advisory) as a core part of our services. For international matters, advising clients in their business language is a matter of course for us.
In a complimentary initial consultation we analyse your international tax situation, identify optimisation potential and explain the next steps. The meeting can take place in person, by telephone or via video conference.
Fees depend on the nature and scope of the engagement. We provide a transparent proposal before taking on any mandate.
Whether foreign shareholdings, expat taxation or cross-border succession planning - speak with our specialist advisers in international tax law.
