Application for a refund of input tax for businesses that are not registered for VAT abroad.
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Documents you need
Tax Documents / Receipts · Form / Application
Responsible authority
The authority of your main residence
How to do it
Apply directly online
Costs
Kostenlos über ELSTER
Submit an application via the BZSt online portal
For EU refunds, submit electronically through the Federal Central Tax Office.
Submit invoices and supporting documents
Requirements vary depending on the country of reimbursement.
Refund from the foreign tax authority
Processing by the tax authority of the respective state.
The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →
Who is eligible?
Businesses that wish to receive input tax refunds in EU member states or third countries.
Income limit
Processing time
Nationwide: approx. approx. 3 months
Success rate
approx. 78.0 % (estimate)
File a written objection within 30 days – with reasons why the decision is wrong and any missing evidence.
Free via ELSTER.
Typically about 90 business days—depending on the agency and its workload.