Germany's unique relationship with fax — it's legally required for many official submissions — means you'll likely need to fax German contacts at some point. Here's how.
Country Code
+49
Number Format
+49 XXX XXXXXXXX
Always dial the full number including +49 when sending from outside Germany. TigerFax automatically prepends the country code when you select Germany as your destination.
Special Dialing Format
Germany uses a different fax number format than the US. Make sure you enter the number exactly as shown above — including the country code +49 — or your fax may not be delivered.
The primary business language in Germany is German. If you're faxing to a business contact, consider including a cover page with a brief note in German if possible.
Fax in Germany
Germany has the highest fax usage in Europe — over 45 million fax machines remain in use, and fax is still legally required for many official government and court submissions.
Download TigerFax
Install TigerFax from the App Store — free to start, no credit card required.
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Sign in or create an account
Create a free account with your Apple ID or email address.
Scan or upload your document
Use your iPhone camera to scan a physical document, or upload a PDF, photo, or file from the Files app.
💡 Tip: TigerFax supports PDF, JPG, PNG, and multi-page documents.
Enter the Germany fax number
Dial +49 followed by the local fax number. Format: +49 XXX XXXXXXXX. TigerFax automatically formats international numbers.
💡 Tip: Germany uses a specific format — double-check the number before sending.
Review and send
Preview your fax, optionally add a cover page, then tap Send. You'll receive a delivery confirmation.
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