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Payslip Contributions Briefing

A focused explanation of the statutory deductions that commonly appear on a German employee payslip and how employer and employee shares relate.

Duration50 minutes
FormatVideo call
Fee€95
LanguageEnglish
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Make the deductions legible

This briefing is designed for incoming employees who want a grounded introduction to health, long-term care, pension, and unemployment insurance deductions. We explain common payslip labels, the difference between gross and taxable amounts at a high level, and why contribution ceilings matter.

The session includes a blank annotated payslip example and a concise vocabulary sheet. We do not calculate net salary, review an actual payroll dispute, or provide tax advice. Questions about church tax, tax classes, or annual returns should go to a qualified tax adviser or the relevant authority.

Bring the gross annual salary shown in your offer and your planned employment start date. No employer documents need to be uploaded.