Germany VAT Calculator

Add or remove Germany VAT — standard rate 19% in EUR.

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About VAT in Germany

Calculate German VAT (Mehrwertsteuer, MwSt) on any amount in euros. Germany applies a 19% standard rate and a 7% reduced rate on essentials like food, books and public transport.

Germany VAT rates

Rate%Applies to
Standard rate (Regelsteuersatz)19%Most goods and services
Reduced rate (ermäßigter Satz)7%Food, books, newspapers, hotel stays, short-distance transport

Registration threshold

Small business rule (Kleinunternehmerregelung): up to €25,000 in the previous year and €100,000 expected this year (2025).

Filing frequency

Monthly or quarterly advance returns (Umsatzsteuervoranmeldung) plus an annual return.

Good to know

  • Invoices over €250 must include the supplier's VAT ID, the rate and the VAT amount.
  • Reverse charge applies to many B2B services received from abroad.

FAQ — Germany VAT

Source: Bundeszentralamt für Steuern. Rates are indicative — verify with a qualified accountant before filing.