re: Tax Spinoff: The UK has a TV license fee

You pay something similar in Germany. I've lived in Berlin for 5 years. I recently learned this the hard way. I had to pay a back payment of 792 euros! I love living here but all my mistakes seem to cost soo much

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How Much Is The Radio Tax In Germany?
The radio and TV tax in Germany is 18,36 euros a month per household, regardless of how many people live in it. It gets collected per quarter so that you will pay 55,08 euros four times a year. The price was increased last in August 2021.

Is It Mandatory To Pay ARD ZDF?
Yes, it is. Every household in Germany must pay the Rundfunkbeitrag since 2013 unless you fall under one of the below categories that allows an exception. It is irrelevant whether you actually consume the German public broadcasting services or not.

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