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Germany Tax Information

19% MwSt (standard)

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

Creative Director Services to Invoice

  • Creative direction
  • Campaign strategy
  • Brand oversight
  • Team leadership
  • Concept development
  • Client presentations
  • Creative reviews

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

Retainer or project-based. Day rates for specific campaigns.

Sofort fällig14 Tage netto30 Tage nettoSkonto 2% bei 10 Tagen

Payment Methods in Germany

SEPA Bank TransferPayPalGiropayKreditkarte

Creative Director Invoice Tips

  • Reference projects
  • Include concepts
  • Note team management
  • Document presentations
  • Track campaigns

Frequently Asked Questions

What tax rate applies to creative director 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 creative directors in Germany?

Common payment methods in Germany include: SEPA Bank Transfer, PayPal, Giropay, Kreditkarte. Retainer or project-based. Day rates for specific campaigns.

What should creative director invoices include in Germany?

Your invoice should include: Business name, Steuernummer or USt-IdNr, Client details, Sequential invoice number. For creative director services specifically, also include: Creative direction, Campaign strategy, Brand oversight.

How to price creative direction?

Retainer for ongoing, project for campaigns, day rate for shoots.

Team costs?

Bill separately or include in project scope. Clarify in contract.

What is required on German invoices?

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