What does “Forderung” mean?

Claim. Money someone says you owe.

You may see it in letters from

• Finanzamt — Tax office
• Jobcenter — Jobcenter
• Bürgeramt — Citizens’ office
• Familienkasse — Family benefits office
• BAföG-Amt — Student finance office
• Inkassounternehmen — Debt collection agency

“Forderung” 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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