Germany · 2026 · an estimate, not tax adviceFigures updated September 2026
Keep After Tax

VAT

The two rates

One hundred euros before tax at 19% becomes €119.00, of which €19.00 is tax. The reduced rate is 7%. The page does not choose which goods use which rate.

Common questions

What are the German VAT rates?

The standard rate is 19% and the reduced rate is 7%.

How is VAT removed from a price?

The price is divided by 1.19 or by 1.07. The difference is the tax.

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