Germany VAT Calculator (MwSt Rechner)
Add or remove German VAT (MwSt) at 19% or 7%: Netto, MwSt and Brutto.
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This Germany VAT calculator (MwSt-Rechner) works out Netto, Mehrwertsteuer and Brutto amounts at Germany’s two VAT rates. The standard rate is 19% and the reduced rate is 7%.
German VAT rates
| Rate | German term | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| 19% | Regelsteuersatz | Most goods and services |
| 7% | Ermäßigter Steuersatz | Most food, books and newspapers, local public transport, cultural events |
Netto ↔ Brutto formulas
- €100 Netto + 19% = €119 Brutto
- €53.50 Brutto at 7% ÷ 1.07 = €50 Netto
Small businesses (Kleinunternehmer)
Under the small-business rule (Kleinunternehmerregelung), businesses with low turnover can choose not to charge VAT on their invoices. If you use it, you can’t reclaim input VAT either.
Compare German VAT with other member states in the EU VAT calculator, or read VAT vs sales tax.
Sources: Legal source: § 12 UStG (Steuersätze), the German VAT Act section that sets the 19% and 7% rates.
FAQ
How do I calculate 19% MwSt?
Multiply the net price by 0.19 to get the VAT, or by 1.19 to get the gross price.
How do I take 19% MwSt off a gross price?
Divide by 1.19. For example, €238 ÷ 1.19 = €200 net, so the VAT is €38.