Germany VAT Calculator

1. 01Choose a modeAdd VAT starts from a net (pre-tax) price. Remove VAT starts from a gross (tax-inclusive) price. VAT amount shows the tax on a net price.
2. 02Enter the amountType the amount. The rate is set to the 19% standard rate; change it only for a reduced or special rate.
3. 03Read net, VAT, and grossThe tool shows all three figures at once, so you can copy the net, the tax, or the gross price you need.

• Invoices (Rechnungen)Add 19% VAT to a net amount to show the total, or work back to the net from a gross figure.
• BookkeepingSplit a gross receipt into net and VAT for your records.
• Freelancer pricingA freelancer can set a net fee and see the VAT-inclusive price to quote a client.

• Add 19% VATA net price of €100 becomes €119, with €19 of VAT.
• Remove VATA gross price of €119 contains €119 ÷ 1.19 = €100 net, so the VAT is €19.
• VAT amount onlyOn a net price of €250, the VAT is €47.50.

VAT here is 19% of the price. To add VAT, multiply the net price by 1.19 (that is, 1 plus the 19% rate); the difference is the tax. To take VAT out of a VAT-inclusive price, divide by 1.19 to get the net, then subtract to find the tax. The VAT amount mode shows 19% of the net price. Net, tax, and gross update together.

The standard rate of 19% is set by the Federal Central Tax Office (Bundeszentralamt für Steuern) and the Federal Ministry of Finance and is current as of July 2026 (bzst.de). Tooleem is not affiliated with the Federal Central Tax Office. Rates and rules can change, so check the official source before you rely on a figure.

The calculator has three modes: Add VAT (from a net price), Remove VAT (from a gross, tax-inclusive price), and VAT amount (the tax on a net price). It applies one rate at a time and defaults to the 19% standard rate. Germany also has a reduced rate of 7% (for example on many foods, books, and public transport). Those other rates are not applied automatically, but you can type any rate manually.

This is an educational estimate for quick pricing, quotes, and invoice checks. It is not tax, accounting, or legal advice, and Tooleem is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or approved by the Federal Central Tax Office or any government body. It applies a single rate and does not handle the detail of reduced-rate and exempt supplies, registration thresholds, or special schemes. For registration, filing, or a business decision, use the Federal Central Tax Office (Bundeszentralamt für Steuern) and the Federal Ministry of Finance or a qualified tax professional.

Every calculation runs in your browser on your device. The amounts and rate you enter are never uploaded, stored, or sent to analytics, so pricing you are still working on stays private, and closing the tab clears everything.

What is the VAT rate in Germany?

The standard German VAT (Mehrwertsteuer) rate is 19%. There is also a 7% reduced rate for many foods, books, and other items.

How do I add 19% VAT?

Multiply the net price by 1.19. For example, €100 becomes €119, with €19 of VAT.

What is Mehrwertsteuer?

Mehrwertsteuer (MwSt) is the German name for value-added tax. On an invoice it is sometimes called Umsatzsteuer (USt).

Is this official tax advice?

No. It is an educational estimate and is not affiliated with the Federal Central Tax Office. For a filing or business decision, use the official source or a qualified professional.

Is my data stored?

No. The calculation runs in your browser. Nothing you enter is uploaded, saved, or shared.