QuoteCraftFree invoice template for Germany
A Germany invoice with USt. worked out, your USt-IdNr. / Steuernummer, and EUR formatting. Download the blank PDF or make a finished one on your phone.
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What an invoice must show in Germany
- Full name and address of you and your customer
- Your Steuernummer or USt-IdNr.
- Invoice date and a unique, sequential invoice number
- Quantity and description of the work or goods
- Date of the service (Leistungsdatum) or the period it was performed
- Net amount split by tax rate, the tax rate and the tax amount
USt. rates
| Preset | Rate |
|---|---|
| USt. 19% (Regelsatz) | USt. 19% |
| USt. 7% (ermäßigt) | USt. 7% |
Last reviewed 2026-11-11. Rates change — confirm with your tax authority before relying on them.
Things to know in Germany
Construction services between businesses often fall under § 13b UStG (reverse charge): the customer pays the VAT. Use the reverse charge switch to print the required note.
Since 2025 businesses in Germany must be able to receive structured e-invoices (XRechnung or ZUGFeRD) from other businesses, with issuing duties phasing in during 2027 and 2028. A PDF invoice stays fine for private customers; check the transition rules before sending PDF-only invoices to businesses.
Example Germany invoice
USt-IdNr. / Steuernummer: 000 000 000
Bill to
Sample Client
| Description | Qty | Unit price | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| TV wall mounting | 1 pc | 81,00 € | 81,00 € |
| Furniture assembly | 1 pc | 45,00 € | 45,00 € |
| Shelf installation | 3 pc | 36,00 € | 108,00 € |
| Wall plugs & screws | 1 lot | 7,00 € | 7,00 € |
| Subtotal | 241,00 € | ||
| USt. 19% | 45,79 € | ||
| Total | 286,79 € | ||
Other countries
- United States
- United Kingdom
- France
- Spain
- Netherlands
- Italy
- Australia
- New Zealand
- Canada
- Brazil
- India
- Indonesia
- Philippines
- South Africa
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to charge USt. on my invoices in Germany?
Only if you are registered for USt.. If you are not registered, do not add USt. or show a USt-IdNr. / Steuernummer you do not have. A common note is: “Gemäß § 19 UStG wird keine Umsatzsteuer berechnet.”
What USt. rates does the template use?
QuoteCraft offers these presets for Germany: USt. 19% (Regelsatz); USt. 7% (ermäßigt); Kleinunternehmer (§ 19 UStG). You can edit any rate. Rates were reviewed in November 2026; always check the current rate with your tax authority.
Which currency and date format are used?
Invoices for Germany default to EUR and local number and date formats (for example 1.234,50 €). You can change the currency in Settings.
Can I send the invoice by WhatsApp?
Yes. QuoteCraft creates a PDF and opens your phone’s share sheet, so you can send it by WhatsApp, email, SMS or any other app.
How do I show a reverse charge invoice?
Switch on “reverse charge” on the invoice. QuoteCraft leaves the tax off the total and prints: “Steuerschuldnerschaft des Leistungsempfängers (§ 13b UStG). Reverse charge.”