Accountability Measures for Saxony-Anhalt: Preparing Financial Report for 2024
The Customs Dynasty of Magdeburg: Breaking Down the 2025 Regional Figures in Saxony-Anhalt
Here's the scoop on the financial powerhouse that is the Customs Office in Magdeburg, nestled snugly in Saxony-Anhalt. After the grand unveiling of nationwide customs figures for 2024 by Germany's Minister of Finance, Mr. Lars Klingbeil, and President of the General Customs Administration, Dr. Armin Rolfink, on June 3, 2025, in Hamburg, it's time to dive into the nitty-gritty of Magdeburg's performance.
The Customs Office in Saxony-Anhalt collected an impressive 1.9 billion euros in taxes and duties. That's right, you read it correctly! It's a hefty sum that ensures a stable and fair tax environment for all.
- Approximately 241,000 customs declarations were processed.
- Over 14.2 million euros in damages from black work uncovered.
- Seizure of around 707,000 cigarettes, 670 kg of water pipe tobacco, and approximately 390 kg of fireworks.
In her welcoming address, Government Director Nora Stiller confirmed that the customs office in Saxony-Anhalt has once again demonstrated its commitment to the regional economy, maintaining fair competition and a robust social system. Kudos to the dedicated workforce for their unwavering dedication to the citizens, economy, and security.
The Staff, as of December 31, 2024, counts 530 employees at the Main Customs Office in Magdeburg. Additionally, 60 trainees for the higher and middle-level customs service are diligently learning the ropes at the HZA in Magdeburg.
The staff of the Main Customs Office tackles the following core tasks:
- Collection of consumption taxes, motor vehicle tax, import turnover tax, and customs duties
- Enforcement of federal and social security agency monetary claims
- Control and clearance of cross-border goods traffic
- Combating black work and illegal employment
Tax and Duty Collection soared to approximately 1.961 billion euros in 2024. The majority of revenue still comes from the area of consumption taxes. For instance, about 1.417 billion euros in energy tax was collected last year.
Tax relief is another significant aspect of the customs office's duties, with the Magdeburg office granting a total of approximately 202 million euros in tax relief in 2024.
The Department of Examination Service carried out 101 examinations and 1,383 tax inspections last year, resulting in follow-up investigations and reclaims totaling 4.26 million euros and refunds of 705,193 euros.
In terms of Handling Cross-Border Goods Traffic, 240,959 customs declarations were processed last year, with the export category accounting for the largest share.
Security and Order Protection saw the seizure of 706,971 cigarettes, approximately 670 kilograms of water pipe tobacco, and more than 200 liters of liquids. Moreover, 388.44 kilograms of illegal fireworks were confiscated last year, resulting in over 200 years in prison sentences being imposed.
Finally, the Combating Black Work and Illegal Employment efforts led to damages to social security totaling approximately 14.2 million euros in 2024.
Indeed, the KEV and Financial Control Schwarzarbeit (FKS) of the Main Customs Office in Magdeburg are the cornerstones of this impressive network, ensuring that the regional economy and its citizens receive the protection they deserve. The 2024 annual report of the German Customs is freely accessible on their official website, www.zoll.de. So, buckle up, and enjoy the thrilling tales of Saxony-Anhalt's customs warriors!
In light of the impressive tax and duty collection of approximately 1.961 billion euros by the Customs Office in Magdeburg, it's clear that they play a significant role in the regional economy, not just in Saxony-Anhalt but also in the broader industry and finance sectors. The staff's dedicated efforts, such as combating black work and illegal employment, exceeding damages of 14.2 million euros, and ensuring a stable and fair tax environment, demonstrate their commitment to maintaining fair competition and a robust business environment for all.
