How do you want to log in to My ELSTER?


Login options can be changed or extended again later in the account settings.

Certificate file (recommended)
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Certificate file Show help for term on your computer

Requirements

  • PC or laptop

Free of charge

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Login with mobile device using the ElsterSecure app 

Requirements

  • a mobile device with camera

Special features

  • Please note that the ElsterSecure app can currently only be used with Mein ELSTER, but not with third-party tax software.
  • You can add a certificate file as an additional Login option after completing registration. This can then also be used to submit forms with third-party tax software.

Free of charge

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You will receive an account in a few minutes and can get started immediately.

You register and log in with your ID card in the future.
Later you can change the Login options.

Requirements

Login with ID card app
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Certificate on your security stick

Requirements

56.48 Euro one-off acquisition costs

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Personal certificate from your signature card

Requirements

Special features

  • Tax account query

depending on signature card 50 - 150 Euro