Germany still pays the highest contribution to the EU
95% confidence
EconomyGermany
Omissions
The claim does not distinguish between gross contributions (total amount paid) and net contributions (amount paid minus EU funds received). Germany is the largest in both categories, but the net contribution figure is more commonly cited in analyses of member state contributions.
Contributions are calculated based on GNI (Gross National Income), meaning larger economies naturally contribute more. Germany's high contribution reflects its position as the EU's largest economy.
Germany's net contribution decreased by approximately €4 billion in 2024 compared to previous years due to economic challenges.
Sources
SecondaryStatistaIn 2023 Germany's contribution to the budget of the European Union was more than 29 billion Euros, the highest of any EU member state
SecondaryReutersGermany remained the European Union's largest net contributor in 2024 despite its ongoing economic crisis
SecondaryEU NewsGermany's net contribution is 13.1 billion euros, followed by France with 4.8 billion, and Italy with 1.6 billion
SecondaryEuronewsAmong the 'Big Four', each person in Germany contributed €403. That was followed by €378 in France, €318 in Italy and €281 in Spain