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VAT Calculator

Work out VAT on any price in seconds. Add VAT to a net amount or strip VAT out of a VAT-inclusive price to see the net, the VAT portion and the gross total.

How to use the VAT calculator

  1. Choose Add VAT (your amount is net) or Remove VAT (your amount already includes VAT).
  2. Enter the amount and pick a rate, such as 20%, or type a custom rate.
  3. Read off the net price, the VAT amount and the gross total.

Examples

Add 20% VAT to a 100 net price

Amount 100, rate 20%, mode add
Net 100.00, VAT 20.00, Gross 120.00

Remove 20% VAT from a 120 gross price

Amount 120, rate 20%, mode remove
Net 100.00, VAT 20.00, Gross 120.00

Frequently asked questions

What is VAT?

Value Added Tax (VAT) is a consumption tax added to the price of most goods and services. It is collected at each stage of the supply chain and ultimately paid by the end customer.

What is the difference between adding and removing VAT?

Adding VAT starts from a net (pre-tax) price and works out the tax on top, giving you the gross price. Removing VAT starts from a gross (VAT-inclusive) price and works backwards to find the net price and the tax already included.

How do I remove VAT from a VAT-inclusive price?

Divide the gross price by 1 plus the rate as a decimal. At 20%, divide by 1.2 to get the net price; the difference between the gross and net is the VAT. This calculator does that for you in Remove VAT mode.

What are common VAT rates by country?

Rates vary widely. As a general guide the UK standard rate is 20%, much of the EU sits between 17% and 27%, and many countries use a single GST-style rate such as 15%. Always confirm the current rate that applies to your sale.

Does this VAT calculator store my numbers?

No. The calculation runs entirely in your browser, so the amounts you enter never leave your device or get saved on a server.

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