Since July 2023, DB Fernverkehr has been taking over the flat-rate taxation of the non-cash taxable benefit in accordance with Section 37a of the Income Tax Act (EStG) for its BahnBonus benefit programme. Business travellers who are allowed to use BahnBonus points privately in accordance with their travel policy will no longer have to provide information in their personal income tax return in the future . You can also use the status and reward points you earn privately without taxation. For companies, the corresponding administrative effort is eliminated.
Business travellers who opt for rail as a sustainable means of transport can use their travel time productively and now also benefit personally from BahnBonus points collected for business. Status benefits for frequent travellers such as DB Lounge access, separate seating areas in the ICE or IC, free drinks in the on-board bistros or on-board restaurants, etc. can be used personally, provided that the company allows them.
