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Germany Tax Information

19% MwSt (standard)

MwSt/USt is 19% standard, 7% reduced. Kleinunternehmer exemption under €22,000 annual revenue.

Caterer Services to Invoice

  • Event catering
  • Corporate catering
  • Wedding catering
  • Buffet service
  • Plated dinner
  • Cocktail reception
  • Food delivery

Invoice Requirements in Germany

Business name
Steuernummer or USt-IdNr
Client details
Sequential invoice number
Invoice and delivery date
Net amount, tax rate, tax amount
Gross total

Payment Terms

Deposit to book, final payment based on final guest count 1-2 weeks before.

Sofort fällig14 Tage netto30 Tage nettoSkonto 2% bei 10 Tagen

Payment Methods in Germany

SEPA Bank TransferPayPalGiropayKreditkarte

Caterer Invoice Tips

  • Specify per-person pricing
  • Include menu details
  • Note rentals separately
  • Document staffing costs
  • Reference final guest count

Frequently Asked Questions

What tax rate applies to caterer invoices in Germany?

Germany has 19% MwSt (standard). MwSt/USt is 19% standard, 7% reduced. Kleinunternehmer exemption under €22,000 annual revenue.

What payment methods are common for caterers in Germany?

Common payment methods in Germany include: SEPA Bank Transfer, PayPal, Giropay, Kreditkarte. Deposit to book, final payment based on final guest count 1-2 weeks before.

What should caterer invoices include in Germany?

Your invoice should include: Business name, Steuernummer or USt-IdNr, Client details, Sequential invoice number. For caterer services specifically, also include: Event catering, Corporate catering, Wedding catering.

How should caterers price their services?

Per person for food, plus service fees, rentals, and staffing. Package pricing is common.

What about rental items?

List rentals (tables, linens, china) separately or include in per-person pricing.

What is required on German invoices?

§14 UStG requires: names, addresses, tax number, invoice number, date, description, VAT breakdown, total.