German VAT Calculator
MwSt (Mehrwertsteuer) is the German term for Value Added Tax, also known as USt (Umsatzsteuer). Germany applies a standard rate of 19% and a reduced rate of 7% for essential goods.
MwSt stands for "Mehrwertsteuer" which translates to "Value Added Tax" in English. It's also commonly referred to as USt (Umsatzsteuer) in official German tax documents. Germany is the largest economy in the EU and has one of the most straightforward VAT systems.
MwSt = Mehrwertsteuer
Tax Authority: BZSt (Bundeszentralamt für Steuern)
Most goods and services
Food, books, newspapers, public transport, hotels, cultural events
To add MwSt: Netto × 1.19 = BruttoTo remove MwSt: Brutto ÷ 1.19 = NettoMwSt amount: Brutto - NettoThe Kleinunternehmerregelung (small business exemption) allows businesses with revenue under €22,000 to be exempt from charging MwSt. Above this threshold, registration is mandatory.
Threshold: €22,000 (Kleinunternehmerregelung)
MwSt returns (Umsatzsteuer-Voranmeldung) are filed monthly or quarterly through ELSTER. An annual return (Umsatzsteuererklärung) is also required.