What is the VAT rate in Germany?

The standard rate is 19%. Some goods and services may be taxed at a different rate or exempt.

How do I add VAT to a price?

Multiply the price by 0.19. On EUR 1,000.00 the VAT is EUR 190.00, making EUR 1,190.00.

Divide the price by 1.19. A price of EUR 1,000.00 including VAT is EUR 840.34 before VAT, and the VAT is EUR 159.66.

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What is the VAT rate in Germany?: The standard rate is 19%. Some goods and services may be taxed at a different rate or exempt.
How do I add VAT to a price?: Multiply the price by 0.19. On EUR 1,000.00 the VAT is EUR 190.00, making EUR 1,190.00.
How do I take VAT out of a price?: Divide the price by 1.19. A price of EUR 1,000.00 including VAT is EUR 840.34 before VAT, and the VAT is EUR 159.66.

Rate last checked 1 November 2026. Source: VAT rates in EU countries (Your Europe, European Commission). This is an estimate, not tax advice.