What is it?
An Einkommenserklärung (income declaration) is a form. You use it to provide information about how much money you earn and any other income you have. Public authorities use this information to check whether you are eligible for certain benefits or housing.
Where can I get it?
You usually get the form from the public authority that needs information about your income. For example, you can find the form for a Wohnberechtigungsschein (WBS; certificate of eligibility for subsidized housing) here.
What does it look like?
The Einkommenserklärung is a form with several fields. You enter information about your income, such as your salary or other income.
