Blog on Forschungszulage: News & Insights on Government Funding for Companies
Welcome to our blog. Here you will find regular updates on the Growth Opportunities Act, practical tips for documenting research-related activities, and expert insights on how to get the most out of the Forschungszulage for your company.
How do I do the documentation for the Forschungszulage correctly and audit-proof?
Forschungszulage documentation: timesheets, payroll evidence, contract research & GoBD-compliant filing – how to document audit-proof for the tax office.
Can I get the Forschungszulage retroactively? Here's how
You can apply for the Forschungszulage retroactively—up to 4 years. Learn how the process works, the best strategy, and what to watch out for.
8 Benefits of the Forschungszulage
The Forschungszulage offers 8 key benefits: statutory entitlement, retroactive claims, open to all sectors, usable without profit, digital process and broad cost coverage.
Is My Project Eligible for Forschungszulage? (Guide)
Check in 4 steps if your project qualifies for the Forschungszulage: R&D classification, novelty, technical risk and systematic approach. Quick self-test.
Forschungszulage & Corporate Tax Return: Key Facts
How to handle the Forschungszulage in your corporate tax return: offset vs. payout, BSFZ certificate, Appendix WA/12 and accounting explained.
Forschungszulage: Fixed Asset Funding Since 2024
Since the Wachstumschancengesetz, depreciable fixed assets qualify for the Forschungszulage. Requirements, cutoff dates and how to apply.
BMF Letter on Forschungszulage: What Applies 2026?
The BMF letter (07/02/2023) is the official Forschungszulage guidance. What it covers, key changes since then and what rules apply today.
SME Definition for the Forschungszulage (2026)
EU SME thresholds for the Forschungszulage: employees, turnover, balance sheet and ownership rules. Check if your company qualifies for the 35% rate.
R&D Funding for Construction Companies in Germany
Public funding for construction companies: Forschungszulage, ZIM, KfW and state programs compared. Find the right funding for your innovation project.