This is the standard VAT rate in Germany. By default, all of the services and goods in Germany are taxed with 19% VAT.
Common cases that are subject to reduced 7% VAT rate:
Newspapers, magazines and books
Services under copyright protection. e.g. copyrighted texts, graphics, images, newspaper articles, screen designs, web texts, brochures, logos.
Admission to theatres, concerts and museums
Performances by performing artists, at film, circus, theatre shows and concerts
Passenger transport
Handmade works of art (without involved computer power)
Take away food
Some food and drinks
Flowers for decorative use
Common cases that are not subject to VAT:
Sale of real estate
Letting and leasing of real estate
Medical and nursing services
Sorted tax guides are provided without liability and do not replace a tax advisor.
To get an accurate answer for your specific case, please consult a tax advisor.
You can always ask one of tax advisors on the Sorted platform.
