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Invoice template Germany

Create a free VAT or non-VAT invoice online for Germany using our invoice generator for Germany. Or download an invoice template in Excel or Word.

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How to create a German invoice online.


1. Fill in your company and contact information, date and invoice number.

Create a professional first impression and make it easy for your client to see all your company and contact details.
Using sequential invoice numbers also makes it easier to track and reconcile paperwork and payments.

2. Include line items with descriptions of billable work, and agreed rates.

Enter all the details of the work you’re invoicing. Add line by line details of billable work, including a clear description,
piece or hourly rate, and quantity.

3. Add tax and calculate the amount due, noting payment terms.

In the tax field on Germany invoice generator you can choose to add the VAT or not. In Germany the VAT is 19%. Double check all your information, and add in other important payment details like the currency and requested payment
deadline. Make sure you’ve included your full bank details so your customer can settle up.

4. Download your invoice as PDF.

You’re ready to download your completed document as a professional looking PDF, adding password protection if you
need it. Send it to your client by email to get paid quicker.

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Invoicing in Germany.

If you have a registered business you’ll need to make sure your invoicing process is compliant with the tax and other legislation in your home country. If you’re selling internationally, the rules in the country you’re selling to may also impact the information you must include in an invoice.

Different countries have slightly different rules about the information that must be captured in an invoice.

Germany follows EU VAT rules - so if your business is eligible for VAT registration in Germany you’ll need to provide VAT-compliant sales invoices which correspond with every transaction. Use our invoice generator to help you provide compliant, professional invoices every time.

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German VAT invoice requirements

Date of sale

Unique, cequential invoice number

Your VAT number

Your full address

Description of doods & services provided

Quantity of goods provided

Supply if different from invoice date

Net taxable value of the sale in sterling

Unit price of items supplied excluding VAT

Details of cash discounts excluding VAT

VAT rate & amount

If zero-rated, provide details (i.e., export, reverse charge, or EU supply)

German VAT tax information on invoices.

As a EU member state, Germany follows the EU common VAT scheme which is applied to most goods and services sold within the European Union. Under this scheme, and to support trade between member states, exports are not usually subject to VAT, while imports are.

The standard rate of VAT - which applies to most goods and services sold in Germany - is 19%. However, some categories of goods are subject to reduced rate VAT, which sits at 7%, and other goods and services benefit from a zero rate VAT.

Read more about VAT in Germany here

German VAT tax info
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FAQ about creating an invoice.


What is an invoice?


An invoice is an itemized bill, issued by anyone selling goods or services. An invoice will detail the agreed prices or fees,
and list out the products or services that have been provided. Upon receipt, the buyer will settle the invoice.

Invoices have a practical purpose - making sure you get paid for goods or services you’ve provided a customer. They can
also help to create a professional impression, and build client relationships, as well as acting as a legal record of sales made.

Can I edit my German invoice?


Yes. Simply edit the information in our free invoice generator tool and add your own company logo to give a professional
finish. Create your PDF German invoice when you’re ready - and continue to edit your invoice with a PDF editor tool if you need to.

You can also get a fully customizable solution by using our invoice templates which come in Google Docs, Google sheets,
Word, Excel, PDF and Open Office formats.

Can I change the currency on the invoice?


Choose the currency you’re billing in by simply selecting it in the German invoice maker. Then get paid into your Wise Business
account to cut currency conversion fees and keep more of your hard earned cash.

Can I put my own logo on the invoice?


Yes, our free invoice maker lets you add your own company logo. Just select the logo box in the top right corner, and upload
your logo or drag and drop it into place. Both JPG and PNG images are supported.

How do I send my German VAT/no VAT invoice?


Create an invoice in our invoice generator and easily download a PDF copy. You can then attach it to your email or message
to your client.

If you send a link to your customer, they can download or print the invoice from the link - with no need to wait for the mail to arrive.

Can I set up recurring invoices?


It’s not possible to set up recurring invoices at the moment. That’s because the invoice generator works separate from your
Wise user account and no data is saved when you use it.

Can I create invoices in different languages?


At the moment the invoice generator only creates invoices in English.

However, we have great free invoice templates available in 6 different languages - English, French, German, Spanish, Japanese
and Cantonese. Pick the language and the format you need and create an invoice in just a few moments.

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