Which documents do I need in order to be able to claim input tax?
June 22, 2022 | 40,00 EUR | answered by Phillip Buchner
Dear tax consultant,
I am Jürgen Falk and I run a small company in the IT services sector. Lately, I have been focusing more on the topic of input tax and would like to claim my input tax. However, I am unsure about which documents I need for this.
The current situation is as follows: I regularly have expenses for office supplies, technology, and other business expenses for which I want to reclaim the input tax. So far, I have diligently filed all receipts and invoices, but I am not sure if that is sufficient to claim the input tax.
My concerns revolve around not knowing exactly what type of receipts and documents the tax office requires for claiming the input tax. I do not want to make any mistakes and potentially face trouble with the tax office.
Therefore, my question is: What specific documents and receipts do I need to claim the input tax? Are there any special requirements or forms that I need to consider? Are there also digital options for invoicing the input tax?
Thank you in advance for your help and support.
Best regards,
Jürgen Falk
Dear Mr. Falk,
Thank you for your inquiry regarding input tax and the claiming of input tax amounts in your company. I am pleased that you are actively engaging with this topic and ensuring that you are doing everything correctly. I am happy to provide you with detailed information on the necessary documents and receipts for claiming input tax.
First of all, it is good that you have neatly filed all receipts and invoices. This is already an important first step towards being able to claim input tax. The specific documents you will need for claiming input tax typically include invoices, receipts, and proof of expenses incurred. These documents should contain all necessary information, such as the name and address of the supplier, the date of issue, the quantity and type of goods supplied or services rendered, the amount, and the corresponding tax amount.
It is important that the invoices and receipts contain all legally required information so that the tax office can recognize the input tax. Therefore, make sure that all receipts are complete and correct. The same requirements apply to digital receipts as to physical receipts. Make sure that the digital receipts contain all necessary information and are easily readable.
There are no specific forms that you need to fill out for claiming input tax. You can usually claim input tax with your VAT return or VAT declaration. Simply attach the relevant receipts and invoices to declare the input tax.
If you wish to use digital options to account for input tax, you can use accounting software or specialized tax software, for example. These programs make it easier for you to manage your receipts and account for input tax. However, make sure that the software meets all legal requirements and securely manages the data.
I hope this information helps you and answers your question regarding the claiming of input tax. If you have any further questions or need assistance, please feel free to contact me.
Best regards,
Phillip Buchner, Tax Advisor
