For events taking place in Germany, the listed participation fee is exempt from VAT in accordance with §4 No. 22 of the German VAT Act (UStG). The portion of the participation fee attributable to hospitality is subject to standard VAT at a rate of 19% and is shown separately on the invoice.
For events taking place abroad, the listed participation fee is a net amount. VAT is determined according to the tax regulations of the respective host country.
For online events, the listed participation fee is calculated without VAT. For participants from Germany as well as private individuals residing abroad, it is exempt from VAT in accordance with §4 No. 22 UStG. For participants whose business is based abroad, the reverse charge procedure applies. For companies based within the EU, a valid VAT ID number must be provided for the application of the reverse charge procedure.
