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# Is the fixed tax rate mandatory for married cross-border workers?

No, as a married cross-border couple, you are not required to opt for the fixed tax rate.
You may remain in tax class 1 at source and subsequently request (or not) joint taxation and the application of tax class 2 by completing your tax return.