🇩🇪 Germany VAT Calculator
Calculate German VAT (MwSt) with the standard rate of 19%.
Quick calculator
€
Net price-
Tax amount-
Gross price-
How to calculate
Add VAT: net price × 1.19 = gross price.
Remove VAT: gross price ÷ 1.19 = net price.
Calculation Examples — 19%
| Net | VAT 19% | Gross |
|---|---|---|
| € 100.00 | € 19.00 | € 119.00 |
| € 500.00 | € 95.00 | € 595.00 |
| € 1000.00 | € 190.00 | € 1190.00 |
Compare with neighbors
| Country | Std Rate | vs Germany |
|---|---|---|
| Germany ★ | 19% | — |
| 🇦🇹 Austria | 20% | +1% |
| 🇫🇷 France | 20% | +1% |
| 🇳🇱 Netherlands | 21% | +2% |
| 🇵🇱 Poland | 23% | +4% |
Key facts
| Registration threshold | €22,000/yr |
| Filing frequency | Monthly |
Good to know: The Kleinunternehmerregelung exempts small businesses below the threshold from charging VAT. The 7% reduced rate applies to food, books, public transport, and cultural events.
Official source
Reference only. Verify rates and exemptions with the official tax authority before filing or invoicing.
Rates verified May 2026Report incorrect rate →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the VAT rate in Germany?
The standard VAT rate in Germany is 19%. Reduced rates also apply: 7%.
How do I add VAT in Germany?
Multiply the net price by 1.19. For example, € 100 net becomes € 119.00 gross.
How do I remove VAT in Germany?
Divide the gross price by 1.19. For example, € 119.00 gross becomes € 100 net.
Related calculators
All countries
🇦🇹 Austria🇧🇪 Belgium🇧🇬 Bulgaria🇭🇷 Croatia🇨🇾 Cyprus🇨🇿 Czech Republic🇩🇰 Denmark🇪🇪 Estonia🇫🇮 Finland🇫🇷 France🇩🇪 Germany🇬🇷 Greece🇭🇺 Hungary🇮🇪 Ireland🇮🇹 Italy🇱🇻 Latvia🇱🇹 Lithuania🇱🇺 Luxembourg🇲🇹 Malta🇳🇱 Netherlands🇵🇱 Poland🇵🇹 Portugal🇷🇴 Romania🇸🇰 Slovakia🇸🇮 Slovenia🇪🇸 Spain🇸🇪 Sweden🇦🇱 Albania🇧🇦 Bosnia and Herzegovina🇮🇸 Iceland🇨🇭 Switzerland🇲🇪 Montenegro🇲🇰 North Macedonia🇳🇴 Norway🇷🇸 Serbia🇹🇷 Turkey🇺🇦 Ukraine🇬🇧 United Kingdom🇦🇷 Argentina🇧🇷 Brazil🇨🇦 Canada🇨🇱 Chile🇨🇴 Colombia🇲🇽 Mexico🇺🇾 Uruguay🇦🇺 Australia🇨🇳 China🇮🇳 India🇮🇩 Indonesia🇯🇵 Japan🇲🇾 Malaysia🇳🇿 New Zealand🇵🇭 Philippines🇸🇬 Singapore🇰🇷 South Korea🇹🇭 Thailand🇻🇳 Vietnam🇪🇬 Egypt🇮🇱 Israel🇰🇪 Kenya🇳🇬 Nigeria🇷🇺 Russia🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia🇿🇦 South Africa🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates