VAT Calculator
Add or remove VAT using your country rate or a custom one.
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Last updated: 2026-05-31
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Source: admin-curatedVAT formula
Gross = Net × (1 + r); Net = Gross / (1 + r); VAT = Gross − Net
VAT is added by multiplying net by (1 + rate), or extracted by dividing gross by (1 + rate).
How to use it
- Choose add VAT (net→gross) or remove VAT (gross→net).
- Enter the amount and pick your country rate or a custom one.
Example
- 100 net + 16% VAT = 116 gross. To remove: 116 / 1.16 = 100 net.
What the result means
Net is the price before tax; gross is the price including tax; the difference is the VAT amount.
Common mistakes
- Subtracting the rate from the gross instead of dividing by (1+rate).
- Using the wrong country rate.
Limitations
- Rates change — verify your current country rate.
- Some goods are exempt or zero-rated.
Frequently asked
- Where do the default rates come from?
- Official tax authorities. Always verify before using in a real invoice.
- Do rates change?
- Yes — governments adjust them. The last-updated date is on the calculator page.
- Can I enter a custom rate?
- Yes, enter a rate to override the default.
- Is this tax advice?
- No — it's an informational estimator only.
- How does remove mode work?
- Divides the gross by (1 + rate) to back-out the net and VAT.
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Results are estimates and not professional advice. Verify important decisions with a qualified professional.