VAT calculator

Add or remove VAT and split any price into net amount and tax.

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Guide

How VAT is calculated

Add VAT multiplies a net price by the rate and adds it on top. Remove VAT works backwards from a gross price that already includes tax, dividing by one plus the rate to find the net amount and the tax portion. Change the rate for your country or product.

Practical guide

Using the VAT calculator in real work

Quoting and invoicing

When you quote a customer, decide whether your price is net or gross first. Businesses that reclaim VAT usually work in net figures, while consumers see gross prices, so being clear about which one you mean avoids confusion on invoices and receipts.

Extracting VAT from a receipt

If you only have the total on a receipt, use remove mode to split it back into the net amount and the tax. This is handy for expense reports and bookkeeping where the tax portion has to be recorded separately.

Different rates and rounding

Countries apply different standard and reduced rates, and rounding rules can vary by a cent. Treat the output as an accurate estimate and follow your local tax authority for the exact rounding and reporting method.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What VAT rate should I use?

It depends on your country and product. Many countries use a standard rate such as 10%, 19% or 20%, with reduced rates for some goods.

What is the difference between net and gross?

Net is the price before VAT, and gross is the total the customer pays including VAT.

Is this the same as sales tax?

The math is similar. This tool works for VAT, GST or a simple sales tax by entering the matching rate.

Can I use a rate other than 10%?

Yes. Type any rate, such as 5, 19, 20 or 25, and the split updates instantly.

Does it round the tax amount?

It shows up to two decimals. Official invoices may round differently, so confirm with your accounting rules.

Are my figures uploaded anywhere?

No. The calculation runs entirely in your browser and nothing is sent to a server.