Does the Solidarity Surcharge apply to my income?

The solidarity surcharge has been abolished for the majority of wage and income tax payers. However, for investors with investment income, for example from interest, dividends and the sale of shares and funds, the previous tax deduction applies. If the income exceeds the saver's allowance, a solidarity surcharge of 5.5 percent must still be paid in addition to the final withholding tax of 25 percent.