TimeTax Online is the easiest way to process a tax settlement from abroad

A tax refund is a process through which you receive a reimbursement for overpaid taxes on your income.

The amount of tax paid by your employer varies. In some cases, the employer may not be required to withhold tax at all, which can result in an additional tax payment instead of a refund. The total amount of tax deducted from your income and how it compares to your overall earnings significantly impact your refund amount.

It is not always possible to recover all the tax paid in a given tax year. Every country has its own tax regulations designed to maximize tax collection, meaning each tax return requires an individualized approach.

By filing a tax return that includes eligible expenses and deductions (which the taxpayer is entitled to claim), you can either receive a significant refund or avoid additional payments.

We conduct a thorough reassessment of your income, analyze how much tax you have paid, and account for your documented expenses to determine the amount you may be eligible to claim back.

Getting a tax refund is simple! The fastest and most convenient way to apply is through our online tax calculation service. By creating an account on our website, you minimize paperwork while ensuring that all your information is carefully verified by our team.

Once we receive your documents, we will review your case, calculate the maximum possible refund, and submit your tax declaration to the relevant tax authority. Meanwhile, you can sit back and wait for your refund to be processed.

To file your tax return, you typically need the following:

• A tax statement from your employer
• Proof of any government benefits received abroad
• Confirmation of your bank account details
• Receipts or documentation of work-related expenses

In most cases, having a foreign currency account is not necessary. However, tax authorities typically process refunds in the currency of the respective country. If you receive a refund in a different currency than your account’s default, your bank may apply an unfavorable exchange rate. To avoid unnecessary losses, you might want to consider using a foreign currency account for tax refunds.

In many countries, tax declarations are mandatory for both residents and non-residents. Laws often require individuals to submit their tax returns annually by a specific deadline to avoid penalties from the tax office.

For example, a taxpayer classified as Tax Class 3 in Germany must file a tax return by July 31 of the following year.

In Poland, annual tax returns must be submitted by April 30 of the following year. For instance, in 2025, the deadline for filing your 2024 tax return is April 30, 2025.

Even if you are not obligated to file a tax return, doing so might still be beneficial—especially if you are entitled to a tax refund. If our calculations show that filing will result in a refund, it’s worth submitting a return.

Additionally, tax declarations may be required for both citizens and foreign residents who qualify as tax residents in a given country. Contact us to determine whether you are required to file a tax return.

Tax authorities in Germany typically process refunds within 3 to 6 months after receiving the tax declaration.

• If you file electronically – the refund is processed within a maximum of 45 days.
• If you file a paper declaration – the refund is processed within 3 months.
• If you submit a corrected declaration (PIT amendment) – the refund period extends to 2 months, but not earlier than 3 months after the original submission.

In Poland, you can easily track your refund status online by logging into your electronic tax account. Once logged in, you can verify whether the payment has been processed.

For other countries, checking the refund status typically requires direct contact with the tax authorities via phone or written request. If your refund is taking longer than expected, please contact us for assistance.