VAT Calculator — Add or Remove VAT (40+ Countries)
Calculate VAT for any amount across 40+ countries. Add VAT to a net price or remove it from a gross total. Country selector auto-fills standard VAT rates (UK 20%, Germany 19%, Hungary 27%, etc.). Essential for business invoicing and expense reporting.
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Standard VAT rates across major economies. Many countries apply reduced rates to specific goods (food, medicine, books).
| Country | Standard Rate |
|---|---|
| Andorra | 4.5% |
| Australia | 10% |
| Austria | 20% |
| Belgium | 21% |
| Brazil | 17% |
| Bulgaria | 20% |
| Canada (GST) | 5% |
| Canada Ontario (HST) | 13% |
| Canada Quebec (GST+QST) | 14.975% |
| Croatia | 25% |
| Cyprus | 19% |
| Czech Republic | 21% |
| Denmark | 25% |
| Estonia | 22% |
| Finland | 25.5% |
| France | 20% |
| Germany | 19% |
| Greece | 24% |
| Hungary | 27% |
| India | 18% |
| Ireland | 23% |
| Italy | 22% |
| Japan | 10% |
| Latvia | 21% |
| Liechtenstein | 8.1% |
| Lithuania | 21% |
| Luxembourg | 17% |
| Malta | 18% |
| Mexico | 16% |
| Monaco | 20% |
| Netherlands | 21% |
| New Zealand | 15% |
| Norway | 25% |
| Poland | 23% |
| Portugal | 23% |
| Romania | 19% |
| San Marino | 17% |
| Saudi Arabia | 15% |
| Singapore | 9% |
| Slovakia | 23% |
| Slovenia | 22% |
| South Africa | 15% |
| Spain | 21% |
| Sweden | 25% |
| Switzerland | 8.1% |
| UAE | 5% |
| United Kingdom | 20% |
Rates shown are standard VAT/GST rates as of 2026. Reduced rates may apply to specific goods and services. Always verify current rates with local tax authorities. For official VAT rates, visit the relevant country's tax authority website.
The Formula
Adding VAT multiplies the net amount by (1 + rate). Removing VAT divides the gross by (1 + rate). The VAT amount is always the difference between gross and net. These are the two fundamental calculations for any business dealing with Value-Added Tax, which is used in over 170 countries worldwide.
Variable Definitions
Net Amount
The price before VAT — also called the "net of tax" or "excl. VAT" amount. What the seller receives before tax. Businesses typically quote prices excluding VAT when dealing with other VAT-registered businesses.
Gross Amount
The total price including VAT — what the buyer actually pays. Also called the "inc. VAT" amount. In most countries outside the US, displayed prices in stores already include VAT.
VAT / Sales Tax Rate
The percentage of tax applied. Ranges from 5% (UAE, Canada GST) to 27% (Hungary). Businesses in most countries reclaim VAT on purchases through input tax credits, making VAT a tax on end consumers only.
How to Use This Calculator
- 1
Select "Add VAT" if you have a net price and need to calculate the total including VAT — for invoicing.
- 2
Select "Remove VAT" if you have a gross total and need to extract the VAT amount — for expense reporting or accounting.
- 3
Select a country to auto-fill its standard VAT rate, or enter a custom rate manually.
- 4
The calculator shows the net amount, VAT amount, and gross amount — regardless of the mode selected.
- 5
Review the "VAT as % of Gross" field — this is the implied VAT share of the total paid, which differs slightly from the stated VAT rate.
Common Applications
- Calculate the gross price including VAT for invoicing clients by adding the applicable VAT rate to your net price.
- Extract the VAT amount and net price from a total gross figure for expense reporting and accounting reconciliation.
- Look up standard VAT rates across different countries and compare how VAT affects pricing for international business transactions.
Add VAT calculates the gross price including tax from a net price; Remove VAT extracts the net price from a gross total
Understanding the Concept
Value-Added Tax (VAT) is a consumption tax applied at every stage of the supply chain, ultimately borne by the end consumer. Unlike US sales tax (added at checkout), VAT is typically included in the displayed price in most countries. Businesses registered for VAT can reclaim the VAT they pay on business purchases (input tax) against the VAT they charge customers (output tax). This calculator handles the two most common scenarios: adding VAT to a net price (for invoicing clients) and removing VAT from a gross total (for accounting, expense reporting, or understanding what portion of a purchase price is tax). VAT rates vary significantly worldwide — some countries have reduced rates for essential goods (food, medicine, children's clothing), while luxury goods may attract higher rates. Understanding how VAT works is essential for anyone doing business internationally or traveling to VAT-using countries for business.
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