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Germany Tax Information

19% MwSt (standard)

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

Electrician Services to Invoice

  • Electrical repairs
  • Wiring installation
  • Panel upgrades
  • Outlet installation
  • Lighting installation
  • Safety inspections
  • Emergency calls

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

Smaller jobs due on completion. Large projects use progress payments.

Sofort fällig14 Tage netto30 Tage nettoSkonto 2% bei 10 Tagen

Payment Methods in Germany

SEPA Bank TransferPayPalGiropayKreditkarte

Electrician Invoice Tips

  • Include license number
  • Specify materials used
  • Note permit fees
  • Document inspection results
  • Reference service address

Frequently Asked Questions

What tax rate applies to electrician 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 electricians in Germany?

Common payment methods in Germany include: SEPA Bank Transfer, PayPal, Giropay, Kreditkarte. Smaller jobs due on completion. Large projects use progress payments.

What should electrician invoices include in Germany?

Your invoice should include: Business name, Steuernummer or USt-IdNr, Client details, Sequential invoice number. For electrician services specifically, also include: Electrical repairs, Wiring installation, Panel upgrades.

How should electricians price their work?

Hourly plus materials, or flat rate for common jobs. Include service call fee.

Should electricians itemize materials?

Yes, list materials separately with markup. Provides transparency and builds trust.

What is required on German invoices?

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