How to add VAT
To add VAT to a net price, multiply the net amount by 1 plus the VAT rate as a decimal. At 20% VAT, multiply by 1.20.
Gross amount = Net amount × (1 + VAT rate ÷ 100)
Example: 100 × 1.20 = 120
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€100.00
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€120.00
100.00 + 20% VAT = 120.00
VAT formulas
How to calculate VAT
VAT calculations are straightforward once you know whether your starting price is net (before VAT) or gross (VAT included).
How to remove VAT
To remove VAT from a VAT-inclusive price, divide the gross amount by 1 plus the VAT rate as a decimal. At 20% VAT, divide by 1.20.
Net amount = Gross amount ÷ (1 + VAT rate ÷ 100)
Example: 120 ÷ 1.20 = 100
2026 rates
VAT rates by country
Use the standard rate as a quick preset. Reduced, zero and special rates can apply to particular goods, services or regions, so check the relevant tax authority when accuracy is legally important.
United KingdomGB
20%
Standard VAT rate
GermanyDE
19%
Standard VAT rate
FranceFR
20%
Standard VAT rate
SpainES
21%
Standard VAT rate
ItalyIT
22%
Standard VAT rate
NetherlandsNL
21%
Standard VAT rate
PolandPL
23%
Standard VAT rate
BulgariaBG
20%
Standard VAT rate
RomaniaRO
21%
Standard VAT rate
IrelandIE
23%
Standard VAT rate
AustriaAT
20%
Standard VAT rate
BelgiumBE
21%
Standard VAT rate
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VAT calculator FAQ
What is VAT?
Value Added Tax (VAT) is a consumption tax applied to many goods and services. Businesses generally collect it from customers and account for it to the relevant tax authority.
How do I add 20% VAT?
Multiply the net amount by 1.20. For example, 100 becomes 120, with 20 of VAT.
How do I remove 20% VAT?
Divide the VAT-inclusive total by 1.20. For example, 120 divided by 1.20 equals 100 net, so the VAT amount is 20.
Why can’t I simply subtract 20% to remove 20% VAT?
Because the 20% VAT was calculated from the net amount, not from the VAT-inclusive total. Removing VAT therefore requires division by 1.20 rather than subtracting 20% of the gross price.
Can I enter a custom VAT rate?
Yes. Choose Manual and enter any percentage, including decimal rates such as 5.5% or 25.5%.
Are the country VAT rates always the rate I should use?
No. The country presets show commonly used standard VAT rates. Reduced, zero, super-reduced, regional or special rules may apply depending on the transaction.