How You'll Be Affected by Change in Germany's Broadcasting Fee

Berliner Zeitung

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The contribution service announces an important change in the payments of broadcasting contributions. What contributors need to know now.

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No more mail from the CEC? An important change concerns millions of contributors in Germany.

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The compulsory fees for public broadcasting (ÖRR), i.e. for ARD/ ZDF/DLF, of 220.32 euros per household per year, remain a permanent scandal. They may still be framed as a "democracy levy"; and the fee collection center (formerly: GET) may still be so twisted "Contribution service" (forced as service?) means: These are word twists à la Big Brothers "Freedom is slavery", "War is peace", "Ignorance is strength".The article New Mash of the ÖRR fee …

Gegen Hartz IV: ALG II Ratgeber und Hartz 4 Tipps

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Reading time 3 minutesIn certain constellations, it may happen that the broadcasting fee (formerly GET) is paid twice for an apartment. However, the contribution service is often uncooperative, as the author himself has had to experience. The broadcasting fee in Germany repeatedly provides for discussions. A mandatory contribution for all households, regardless of whether radios are used or not – this regularly leads to disputes. It becomes part…

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A new procedure for the broadcasting fee has been in effect since June 2025: Those who do not pay by direct debit will no longer receive regular payment reminders. The new system carries financial risks – including seizure or a credit report. However, the Contribution Service sees it as a contribution to efficiency.