Add or remove German VAT at the 19% standard or 7% reduced rate.
Germany's standard VAT (Mehrwertsteuer) rate is 19%. A reduced 7% rate applies to items like food, books, and public transport.
Illustrative estimate only, using simplified/rounded 2026 German tax figures — not tax advice. The income tax figure uses a smoothed approximation of the official §32a EStG progressive formula, not the exact quadratic zone formula. Always confirm with the Finanzamt or a Steuerberater.