Germany to Implement Permanent 7% VAT Rate for Restaurants and Catering from 2026
- Permanent Reduced VAT Rate: Germany will implement a permanent 7% VAT rate on restaurant and catering services, effective January 1, 2026, excluding beverages, aimed at providing long-term support to the hospitality sector.
- Simplification of VAT Compliance: The new measure simplifies VAT compliance by eliminating the complex distinctions between dine-in and takeaway services, which have historically posed administrative challenges for businesses in the food service industry.
- Economic and Competitive Support: This initiative seeks to bolster the struggling gastronomy sector amid ongoing economic pressures, while also aligning Germany’s VAT structure with neighboring countries to maintain competitive fairness for local restaurants.
Source: marosavat.com
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