New rules start on July 1, 2026. This concerns money and traffic. Here is a list of the changes.
More money for retirees
Over 21 million retirees get more money. The Renten rise by 4.24 percent. Someone with 1000 Euro pension gets 42.40 Euro more.
Tax declaration with one click
The Steuer-ErklArung becomes easier. You use an app now. This works with just one click. This applies to 11.5 million people first. This includes single workers without children.
From citizen money to basic security
The BArger-Geld has a new name. It is now called basic security money. The rules become strict. You must spend your savings first. Only then does the state help you.
Changes in traffic
The fuel discount ends in Deutschland. Petrol and diesel become expensive again. Experts say: Fill your tank before the date. The Ticket-Steuer for flights becomes a bit lower.
Prices change in Austria too. The ticket for KArnten is more expensive. It costs 449 Euro now. Prices for bus and train rise by 3.5 percent in Steiermark.
Shopping on the internet
Orders from countries outside the EU become expensive. There is a new ZollgebAhr. It costs 3 Euro for every group of goods.
