What does “Bescheid” mean?

Official decision. It becomes final if you don’t object in time.

What to do

Look at the end of the letter (Rechtsbehelfsbelehrung): it says how long you have to object.

You may see it in letters from

• Finanzamt — Tax office
• Hauptzollamt — Customs office
• Jobcenter — Jobcenter
• Agentur für Arbeit — Employment agency
• ARD ZDF Deutschlandradio Beitragsservice — Broadcasting fee office
• Krankenkasse — Health insurance

“Bescheid” is a German word used in official letters in Germany. Briefly explains words like this automatically when you check a letter.

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