Import Duty Calculator Germany
Duty and import tax for Germany.
Duty rates and thresholds change with trade policy. These are planning estimates — the entry filed with customs decides the actual charge.
Total charges at the border
€1,392.34
27.8% of the goods value
German import VAT is 19%, applied to the CIF value plus duty. EU rules otherwise apply, including the €150 duty relief threshold.
How the Import Duty Calculator Germany works
Germany applies the EU Common Customs Tariff with 19% Einfuhrumsatzsteuer — import VAT — on the duty-inclusive CIF value. Registered businesses reclaim the import VAT, which makes duty the only genuinely unrecoverable charge.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Einfuhrumsatzsteuer?
German import VAT, charged at 19% on the CIF value plus customs duty. VAT-registered businesses reclaim it as input tax on their return, so it is a cash flow item rather than a real cost for them.
How is German import duty calculated?
On the CIF value using the EU Common Customs Tariff rate for your commodity code, then 19% import VAT on the duty-inclusive total. The reduced 7% VAT rate applies to some categories such as books and certain foods.
Do I need an EORI number for Germany?
Yes, for commercial imports. An EORI issued by any EU member state is valid throughout the union, so a single registration covers imports anywhere in the EU.
What is ATLAS?
The German electronic customs declaration system. Declarations are filed through it, generally by a broker or forwarder on your behalf, and clearance times are usually fast where documentation is accurate.