Side-by-side
Germany vs Cyprus
Standard VAT rates differ by 0.0 percentage points.
| Metric | Germany | Cyprus |
|---|---|---|
| Standard rate | 19% | 19% |
| Reduced rate(s) | 7% | 9%, 5% |
| Currency | EUR | EUR |
| Euro area | Yes | Yes |
| VIES supported | Yes | Yes |
| VAT number format | DE + 9 digits | CY + 8 digits + 1 letter |
| Distance-selling threshold | EUR 10,000 | EUR 10,000 |
| Tax authority | Bundeszentralamt fuer Steuern | Tax Department |
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