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Depreciation calculator (AfA) – Germany
Enter the net purchase cost, the purchase month and the useful life from the official AfA tables. Choose straight-line or declining-balance and get the full schedule.
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How to use it
- Enter the net cost (without VAT if you can deduct input tax) and the month of purchase.
- Enter the useful life from the AfA table (e.g. car 6, office furniture 13, smartphone 5 years).
- Choose the method and read the year-by-year schedule.
Last checked: October 2026 · Based on: § 7(1)–(3) and § 6(2), (2a) German Income Tax Act; 30 % declining balance for acquisitions 1 Jul 2025 – 31 Dec 2027; BMF AfA tables. Found a mistake? Use the form below – we fix confirmed errors and update the date.
Frequently asked questions
What is the useful life of a car for AfA?
The official AfA table sets 6 years for passenger cars.
Can I still use declining-balance depreciation?
Yes, for movable assets acquired after 30 June 2025 and before 1 January 2028: up to three times the straight-line rate, max. 30 % per year.
What counts as a low-value asset (GWG)?
Movable assets that can be used on their own and cost up to €800 net can be fully written off in the year of purchase.