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Invoice Guides

Invoice guides for every profession

Germany has specific invoicing rules — and they vary by profession. Browse our guides below, or pick your profession to get the right invoice format and VAT rules in plain English.

Invoice guides by profession

Each guide covers: how to describe your services in German, which VAT rate applies, mandatory invoice fields, and profession-specific tips.

Tax and invoicing guides

Everything about German invoicing law — VAT, mandatory fields, e-invoicing, and more.

§19 UStG & Kleinunternehmer — Complete Guide

Everything you need to know about Germany's small business VAT exemption.

German Invoice Requirements — All Mandatory Fields

What every German invoice must legally include, with examples.

How to Invoice as a Freelancer in Germany

Step-by-step guide for new freelancers: from Steuernummer to payment terms.

German Invoice Glossary

ZUGFeRD, Umsatzsteuer-ID, Leistungsdatum — every term explained in English.

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E-Invoicing Mandate 2025–2028 — What Freelancers Need to Know

Germany's structured e-invoice requirement is rolling out now. Full timeline and what to do.

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