Court Cost Calculator
Calculate court costs according to the Court Fees Act (GKG). With amount in dispute and instance.
Details
Court Costs
798,00 €
3,0-fache Gebühr (Zivilklage 1. Instanz)
Einfache Gebühr (GKG)
266,00 €
Bei Vergleich
532,00 €
Reduzierung um 1 Gebühr
Berechnung
Hinweis: Gerichtskosten nach dem Gerichtskostengesetz (GKG). Bei einer Zivilklage fallen 3 Gebühren an. Bei Vergleich reduzieren sich die Kosten. Die Kosten trägt zunächst der Klaeger (Vorschuss), am Ende die unterliegende Partei. Stand: 2025.
Note: These calculations are for informational purposes only and do not replace professional tax or financial advice. All information without guarantee.
Frequently Asked Questions
How are court fees calculated?
Court fees in Germany are based on the dispute value and regulated by the GKG (Court Fees Act). The fee table assigns a base amount for each value range, multiplied by a factor depending on the type of proceeding.
Who pays the court fees?
Generally, the losing party pays all court fees and the winning party's attorney fees. In settlements, costs are usually split according to the agreed ratio.
What is the Court Cost Calculator?
The court fees calculator computes court fees for civil proceedings, family proceedings and other matters under the GKG or FamGKG.
How does the Court Cost Calculator work?
Enter the amount in dispute and the type of proceedings. The calculator determines court fees from the fee table. In civil proceedings a 3x fee applies; with a settlement the fee is reduced.
Key Data and Facts
Civil court fees: 3x fee under GKG. With settlement: only 1x fee. Legal aid covers court and attorney fees for low income.
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