Value Added Tax (VAT) in Germany is 19% for most goods and services. A reduced rate of 7% applies to food, books, public transport, and certain other items.
FAQ
What is VAT?
Value Added Tax is a consumption tax on goods and services.
What are the German VAT rates?
Standard rate is 19%, reduced rate is 7% for food, books, etc.
How do I calculate VAT?
Net x VAT rate = VAT amount. Net + VAT = Gross.
Can I deduct VAT?
Businesses can deduct input VAT from output VAT (Vorsteuerabzug).
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