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Germany Tax Information

19% MwSt (standard)

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

Photographer Services to Invoice

  • Photo session
  • Image editing
  • Print sales
  • Digital delivery
  • Usage licensing
  • Travel fees
  • Rush 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

50% deposit to book, balance before final delivery. Commercial work Net 30.

Sofort fällig14 Tage netto30 Tage nettoSkonto 2% bei 10 Tagen

Payment Methods in Germany

SEPA Bank TransferPayPalGiropayKreditkarte

Photographer Invoice Tips

  • Specify usage rights
  • Include number of edited images
  • List prints/products
  • Detail travel fees
  • Reference contract

Frequently Asked Questions

What tax rate applies to photographer 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 photographers in Germany?

Common payment methods in Germany include: SEPA Bank Transfer, PayPal, Giropay, Kreditkarte. 50% deposit to book, balance before final delivery. Commercial work Net 30.

What should photographer invoices include in Germany?

Your invoice should include: Business name, Steuernummer or USt-IdNr, Client details, Sequential invoice number. For photographer services specifically, also include: Photo session, Image editing, Print sales.

How should photographers structure invoices?

List session fee, edited images, prints, and licensing. Separate expenses from creative fees.

Should photographers include licensing?

Yes, always specify usage rights, duration, and scope. This protects your work.

What is required on German invoices?

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