Finance Calculators
VAT Calculator
Add or remove VAT from any amount. Select your country to apply the correct rate, or enter a custom VAT percentage.
Formulas Used
Add VAT: Amount Γ (1 + Rate/100). Remove VAT: Amount Γ· (1 + Rate/100). VAT Amount: Amount Γ Rate/100.
About This Calculator
What It Does
Add or remove Value Added Tax from any price in one click. Select your country to apply the correct VAT rate β for example, Germany uses 19%, Spain 21%, and Italy 22%. In Add mode, the calculator takes a net price and gives you the gross price plus VAT amount. In Remove mode, it takes a gross price and extracts the net price and VAT. You can also enter a custom rate for any country. This works for EU VAT, UK VAT, Australian GST, Canadian GST/HST, and any consumption tax worldwide.
Worked Example
Example 1 β Adding VAT: 21% VAT on 100 β¬ net. VAT = 100 Γ 0.21 = 21 β¬. Gross price = 100 + 21 = 121 β¬. Use this when creating invoices for VAT-registered customers. Example 2 β Removing VAT: A price tag shows 121 β¬ including 21% VAT. Net = 121 Γ· 1.21 = 100 β¬. VAT = 121 β 100 = 21 β¬. Use this to know the true pre-tax cost. Example 3 β Different rate: At the reduced rate of 10% (Spain, for food). Add: 100 β¬ net Γ 1.10 = 110 β¬ gross. Remove: 110 β¬ Γ· 1.10 = 100 β¬ net.
Real-World Usage
Businesses use this daily for issuing VAT invoices that show net, VAT, and gross amounts. Freelancers check whether quoted prices include VAT. Shoppers in the EU can verify a displayed price includes tax. E-commerce sellers calculate VAT for cross-border sales. When comparing suppliers across countries, use Remove mode to see net prices on equal footing. Accountants use it during quarterly VAT return preparation.
Local Context
Australia's GST is 10% on most goods and services. Businesses with turnover above $75,000 must register. Essential items like fresh food, education, and health are GST-free. Export sales are GST-free. Businesses can claim input tax credits for GST paid on business purchases. The ATO administers GST. Unlike EU VAT, GST applies to low-value imports under a new 2024 rule.
Sources and Methodology
VAT calculations use the rate selected for the country or transaction type and apply standard tax-inclusive or tax-exclusive formulas. Rates should be checked against official tax authority guidance, such as the European Commission VAT rules, HMRC, ATO, or the relevant national tax agency before filing or invoicing.
Last reviewed: May 2026.
This calculator is for informational purposes only and does not constitute tax advice. VAT rates vary by country, product category, and may change over time. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice specific to your situation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is VAT?
Value Added Tax (VAT) is a consumption tax added to the price of most goods and services in many countries. It is collected at each stage of production and distribution.
What are common VAT rates?
In the UK the standard rate is 20%, in Germany 19%, in France 20%, and in Australia (GST) 10%. The US does not have a national VAT but many states charge sales tax.
How do I remove VAT from a price?
Divide the gross amount by (1 + VAT rate/100). For example, to remove 20% VAT from Β£120, divide Β£120 by 1.2 to get Β£100.