VAT Calculator
Add VAT to a net price, or remove VAT from a gross price. Covers 25+ countries including all EU member states, UK, Australia, and more. Switch modes with one click — results update instantly.
Net (excl. VAT)
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VAT Amount
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Gross (incl. VAT)
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VAT Rates Reference Table
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How VAT Works
VAT (Value Added Tax) is a consumption tax added at each stage of the supply chain. As a business, you collect VAT from your customers, deduct the VAT you paid to your suppliers, and remit the difference to your tax authority. The end consumer bears the full VAT cost — businesses act as collection agents.
The two most common calculations freelancers and small businesses need are: adding VAT to a quote (your client pays the gross price) and extracting VAT from a payment received (to know how much to remit). Both are covered by this calculator.
Standard rates apply to most goods and services, but many countries have reduced rates for essentials (food, medicine, children's goods). Always verify the applicable rate for your specific goods or services with your tax authority or accountant.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I add VAT to a price? ▼
Enter the net (pre-VAT) amount, select your country or enter a custom rate, and make sure "Add VAT" is selected. The tool shows the VAT amount and the gross price (what your customer pays).
How do I remove VAT from a gross price? ▼
Switch to "Remove VAT" mode, enter the gross (VAT-inclusive) amount, and select your country. The tool extracts the VAT portion and shows the net price. The formula is: net = gross ÷ (1 + rate/100).
What is the UK VAT rate? ▼
The standard UK VAT rate is 20%. A reduced rate of 5% applies to some goods (domestic fuel, children's car seats). Zero-rated items (food, books, children's clothing) are technically VAT-rated at 0%.
What are EU VAT rates? ▼
EU standard VAT rates range from 17% (Luxembourg) to 27% (Hungary). Germany is 19%, France and Austria 20%, Italy 22%, Sweden and Denmark 25%. The tool includes all current EU member state rates.
What is the difference between VAT and GST? ▼
VAT (Value Added Tax) and GST (Goods and Services Tax) are equivalent taxes — different names for the same mechanism. The UK and EU use "VAT"; Australia, New Zealand, Canada, and Singapore use "GST". This calculator handles both.
Do I charge VAT as a freelancer? ▼
In the UK, you must register for VAT if your taxable turnover exceeds £90,000/year (2024/25 threshold). Below that threshold, registration is optional. In the EU, thresholds vary by country. Once registered, you add VAT to your invoices and remit it to your tax authority.
What is reverse charge VAT? ▼
Reverse charge means the buyer (not the seller) accounts for VAT — typically used in B2B cross-border EU transactions. If you sell services to a VAT-registered business in another EU country, you issue a zero-VAT invoice and note "reverse charge applies".