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In order to receive tax relief, you must comply with one condition: you must obtain an invoice from the service provider and you may only pay this invoice by bank transfer to the service provider's account. Avoid cash payments! A receipt for cash payments is not enough!

It is not necessary to enclose the bank account statement with your tax return. However, the tax office may request that you submit it if there is any doubt. Amounts paid by standing order, direct debit authorisation or online banking will be recognised together with the account statement.

As a tenant/apartment owner you will receive an annual service charge/building management statement. You may also apply for tax relief for the cost of household-related services contained therein. As proof, you will receive a statement from the landlord or the property management company, stating the amount incurred for household-related services.