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Germany Tax Information

19% MwSt (standard)

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

Virtual Assistant Services to Invoice

  • Administrative support
  • Email management
  • Calendar scheduling
  • Data entry
  • Research
  • Customer support
  • Social media

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

Retainers paid monthly in advance. Hourly billed bi-weekly or monthly.

Sofort fällig14 Tage netto30 Tage nettoSkonto 2% bei 10 Tagen

Payment Methods in Germany

SEPA Bank TransferPayPalGiropayKreditkarte

Virtual Assistant Invoice Tips

  • Track hours with descriptions
  • Group tasks by category
  • Include time tracking report
  • Reference retainer hours
  • Note overtime

Frequently Asked Questions

What tax rate applies to virtual assistant 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 virtual assistants in Germany?

Common payment methods in Germany include: SEPA Bank Transfer, PayPal, Giropay, Kreditkarte. Retainers paid monthly in advance. Hourly billed bi-weekly or monthly.

What should virtual assistant invoices include in Germany?

Your invoice should include: Business name, Steuernummer or USt-IdNr, Client details, Sequential invoice number. For virtual assistant services specifically, also include: Administrative support, Email management, Calendar scheduling.

How should VAs track and bill time?

Use time tracking software. Provide detailed reports with invoices.

Should VAs offer retainer packages?

Yes, retainers provide stable income. Offer 10, 20, or 40 hour packages.

What is required on German invoices?

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