Tax Relief


VAT Office
Panzer Kaserne, Bldg 2915
DSN 431-3368 Commercial +49 (0)7031 15 3368

Monday-Thursday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Friday 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.

VAT: The program permits US Forces members to make common purchases, for things such as groceries, clothing, furniture, light fixtures, electronics, car repairs without paying the Value-Added Tax (VAT). To learn more and to obtain all of the necessary forms visit the VAT page.

UTAP Office
Panzer Kaserne, Bldg 2913
DSN 431-3451 Commercial +49 (0)7031 15 3451

Monday-Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

UTAP: The Utility Tax Avoidance Program (UTAP) can save hundreds of dollars off your water, electricity and gas bills. With UTAP you'll save the 19 percent Value Added Tax (VAT). You'll also save the 11 percent energy tax on electricity and the 7 percent energy tax on gas. To learn more and to obtain all the necessary forms visit the UTAP page.