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Germany Tax Information

19% MwSt (standard)

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

Graphic Designer Services to Invoice

  • Logo design
  • Brand identity
  • Print design
  • Packaging design
  • Social media graphics
  • Illustration
  • Icon design

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

50% deposit to start, 50% on delivery. Retain files until final payment.

Sofort fällig14 Tage netto30 Tage nettoSkonto 2% bei 10 Tagen

Payment Methods in Germany

SEPA Bank TransferPayPalGiropayKreditkarte

Graphic Designer Invoice Tips

  • Include project scope
  • Specify file formats
  • Detail revision rounds
  • Reference design brief
  • List licensing terms

Frequently Asked Questions

What tax rate applies to graphic designer 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 graphic designers in Germany?

Common payment methods in Germany include: SEPA Bank Transfer, PayPal, Giropay, Kreditkarte. 50% deposit to start, 50% on delivery. Retain files until final payment.

What should graphic designer invoices include in Germany?

Your invoice should include: Business name, Steuernummer or USt-IdNr, Client details, Sequential invoice number. For graphic designer services specifically, also include: Logo design, Brand identity, Print design.

How do graphic designers price their work?

Price based on complexity, usage rights, and experience. Consider value-based pricing for logos.

Should designers charge for revisions?

Include 2-3 rounds in your quote. Additional revisions billed hourly.

What is required on German invoices?

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