Germany – Official VAT-Refund Rules (Tourists)

• Minimum at least €50.01 per individual invoice (required by law for tourist VAT refunds)
• You must be a resident outside the EU
• Goods must be unused and exported within 3 months + month of purchase
• You need a correct invoice (tax-free form + retailer details)
• The export must be confirmed by German customs (stamp or digital confirmation)
• Standard VAT in Germany: 19%

Source:  VAT Refund in Germany: Step-by-Step Guide for Tourists and Businesses

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