Germany's Rundfunkbeitrag, or broadcasting fee, has seen a notable change: quarterly payment reminders previously sent by mail will no longer be issued. Previously, customers relied on these reminders to ensure timely payments. Now, households, each obligated to pay the standard fee of €18.36 per month, must keep track of their own payment schedules. Only one annual notification will be sent outlining individual payment timelines. This adjustment is aimed at increasing cost-efficiency and sustainability, affecting only those who manually handle payments; automatic direct deposit users will see minimal changes in communication.
The Rundfunkbeitrag service provider emphasizes that the change to payment reminders enhances both cost-efficiency and sustainability in managing the broadcasting fee system.
From now on, consumers are responsible for tracking their own payment deadlines, as regular reminders will no longer be sent in the mail.
The broadcasting fee, commonly referred to as the 'radio tax', remains a mandatory contribution for accessing Germany's public broadcasting services, costing €18.36 per month.
Effective June, customers planning to pay via bank transfer must mark their own calendars for payment deadlines to avoid incurring late fees.
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