VAT

Keep track of your VAT with clarity

Kontelio calculates VAT and input VAT from your bookings and prepares your advance returns.

Advance VAT return (Umsatzsteuer-Voranmeldung)

Monthly or quarterly, with the permanent extension (Dauerfristverlängerung) if you wish. Every field with its original name from the form.
Input VAT and VAT

The VAT on your invoices and the input VAT on your expenses are set against each other automatically.
Annual return and EC sales list

The annual VAT return (Umsatzsteuer-Jahreserklärung) is built from the year’s advance returns. For services to businesses in other EU countries there is the EC sales list (Zusammenfassende Meldung).
Kleinunternehmer?

If you use the Kleinunternehmer rule, you do not file advance returns. Kontelio takes this into account from the start.
Straight to ELSTER

On the Business and Pro plans you send the advance return, annual return and EC sales list directly from Kontelio.

Frequently asked questions

How often do I have to file an advance VAT return?

Usually quarterly or monthly, depending on how much VAT you pay. Kontelio sets up the period based on your details.

What is reverse charge?

For certain services the recipient owes the VAT (§ 13b UStG). Kontelio takes this into account for invoices and expenses.

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Kontelio helps you prepare your bookkeeping and tax returns. The content is general information, not tax advice.