Advance Lump Sum Calculator
Calculate the advance lump sum for your fund shares. With base interest rate and partial exemption. Quick, accurate calculation with all 2026 exemptions and.
2026: 3.20%
Advance lump sum
€1,120.00
Tax on advance lump sum
€0.00
Detailed calculation
The advance lump sum is collected at the beginning of the following year and offset against the sale of fund units. The base interest rate is set annually by the BMF. Without guarantee.
Note: These calculations are for informational purposes only and do not replace professional tax or financial advice. All information without guarantee.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the advance lump sum (Vorabpauschale)?
The advance lump sum is a minimum annual taxation on investment fund gains, even if you haven't sold any shares. It is based on the base rate set by the German Federal Bank and the fund's value at the start of the year.
How is the advance lump sum calculated?
The base return is multiplied by 70% and then by the fund value at the beginning of the year. The actual value increase caps the amount. The saver's allowance of 1,000 euros applies.
Are the 2026 German tax values current?
Yes — all tax rates, allowances and contribution ceilings reflect 2026: basic allowance €12,348, top tax rate 42 % from €69,879, Soli exemption €20,350. Source: German Federal Ministry of Finance (BMF) and gesetze-im-internet.de.
Guide
Quick Answer
The advance lump sum calculator computes the annual tax prepayment on accumulating funds and ETFs under the Investment Tax Act.
What is the Advance Lump Sum Calculator?
The advance lump sum calculator computes the annual tax prepayment on accumulating funds and ETFs under the Investment Tax Act.
How does the Advance Lump Sum Calculator work?
The advance lump sum is based on the fund value at the start of the year, multiplied by the Bundesbank base rate and a factor of 0.7. Partial exemptions (equity funds 30%, mixed funds 15%) are deducted. Flat-rate tax applies to the remainder.
Key Data and Facts
Base rate 2026: 3.20%. Partial exemption: equity funds 30%, mixed funds 15%, real-estate funds 60%. The advance lump sum is debited from the clearing account in early January.
Step-by-Step Guide
How to calculate the advance lump sum (Vorabpauschale) step by step: 1. Determine the fund value at the beginning of the year: the value of all units of a fund as of 01 January of the current year. 2. Calculate the base yield: fund value x base interest rate x 0.7. The base interest rate is set by the Bundesbank (2026: 3.20%). 3. Check the performance: the advance lump sum is limited to the actual increase in value in the calendar year. In the case of negative performance, no advance lump sum is due. Distributed yields are deducted from the base yield. 4. Apply the partial exemption: equity funds (at least 51 % equity share): 30 % tax-free. Mixed funds (at least 25 % equity share): 15 % tax-free. Real estate funds: 60 % tax-free. 5. Calculate the tax: advance lump sum after partial exemption minus the saver's lump-sum allowance (1,000 EUR), then 26.375 % final withholding tax including Soli. Example: an accumulating MSCI World ETF (equity fund), fund value on 01.01.2026: 50,000 EUR. Increase in value during the year: 4,000 EUR. Base yield: 50,000 x 3.20% x 0.7 = 801.50 EUR. Limit: 801.50 EUR < 4,000 EUR increase in value -- so 801.50 EUR remains. Partial exemption (30 %): 801.50 x 70 % = 561.05 EUR. After the saver's lump-sum allowance (assuming 500 EUR still available): taxable 61.05 EUR. Tax: 61.05 x 26.375 % = 16.10 EUR. The advance lump sum is credited as already taxed on later sales.
Calculation Example
MSCI World ETF, fund value 50.000 EUR, capital gain 4.000 EUR, base rate 3.20%. Base yield: 801,50 EUR. After partial exemption (30%): 561,05 EUR. Less saver's allowance (500 EUR): 61,05 EUR taxable. Tax (26.375%): 16,10 EUR.
Sources · E-E-A-T
Official sources
Calculations are based on applicable German laws and official data:
- Einkommensteuergesetz (EStG) — gesetze-im-internet.de
- Bundesministerium der Finanzen (BMF)
- Statistisches Bundesamt (Destatis)
Full methodology at Methodology.
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