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Germany Tax Information

19% MwSt (standard)

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

Illustrator Services to Invoice

  • Editorial illustration
  • Book illustration
  • Character design
  • Concept art
  • Pattern design
  • Icon illustration
  • Infographics

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, 50% on delivery. Licensing fees may be separate from creation fees.

Sofort fällig14 Tage netto30 Tage nettoSkonto 2% bei 10 Tagen

Payment Methods in Germany

SEPA Bank TransferPayPalGiropayKreditkarte

Illustrator Invoice Tips

  • Specify number of illustrations
  • Include complexity level
  • Note licensing terms
  • Reference style/mood boards
  • Document revision rounds

Frequently Asked Questions

What tax rate applies to illustrator 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 illustrators in Germany?

Common payment methods in Germany include: SEPA Bank Transfer, PayPal, Giropay, Kreditkarte. 50% deposit, 50% on delivery. Licensing fees may be separate from creation fees.

What should illustrator invoices include in Germany?

Your invoice should include: Business name, Steuernummer or USt-IdNr, Client details, Sequential invoice number. For illustrator services specifically, also include: Editorial illustration, Book illustration, Character design.

How should illustrators price their work?

Based on complexity, usage rights, and client type. Editorial rates differ from commercial.

What licensing terms should illustrators specify?

Define usage (print, digital, merchandise), duration, and exclusivity.

What is required on German invoices?

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