Country comparison
Germany vs France VAT rates
Compare current VAT structures and continue into each country's calculator, validation guide and recorded history.
Rates updated
Source: European Commission
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Germany
Standard rate
19%
France
Standard rate
20%
1 pp higher
Germany vs France VAT rates
| Measure |
Germany
|
France
|
|---|---|---|
| Standard rate | 19% | 20% |
| Reduced rates | 7% | 5.5% / 10% |
| Super-reduced rate | None | 2.1% |
| Parking rate | None | None |
| Currency | EUR | EUR |
| VIES validation | Available | Available |
| Recorded changes | 9 | 0 |
VAT on a net amount of 100
Each figure is in the country's own currency.
VAT treatment depends on the transaction, customer status and goods or services supplied. Use this comparison as a rate reference and verify the applicable rule with the relevant authority.