Germany Extends VAT Return Deadlines

To provide relief to businesses and business owners affected by modern economic challenges, the government has announced revised dates for the submission of Value Added Tax (VAT) returns for the 2020- 2025 reporting periods. This decision aims to be a relief measure for operators struggling to file their VAT compliance obligations amidst the financial damage caused by Covid-19 pandemic and the ongoing war in Ukraine.

Please note that regular deadlines will resume 2026 with the submission date being 31st July of the following year for direct submissions and February 28th of the second following year for submissions by recognized tax advisors.

Following is the revised dated for VAT submission: