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VAT Calculator

Calculate the VAT amount, net price, and gross price. Enter the rate and amount to either add tax or reverse calculation to exclude tax.

Add or remove Value Added Tax instantly

Quick Answer

A VAT calculator adds or removes Value-Added Tax from a price by applying the VAT rate, commonly used in the UK, EU, and many global markets.

VAT Calculator

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How It Works

  1. Enter the price amount.
  2. Enter the VAT percentage rate (e.g., 20 for UK).
  3. Click 'Calculate' to see the added tax and total.

Formula:

Add: Net × (1 + Rate) | Remove: Gross ÷ (1 + Rate)

How to Add and Remove VAT

To Add VAT: Multiply the net price by 1.xx (where xx is the VAT rate). For 20% VAT, multiply by 1.20.

To Remove VAT: Divide the gross price by 1.xx. For 20% VAT, divide by 1.20. Note: You cannot simply subtract 20% from the total to remove it!

Examples

100 + 20% VAT

Result: 120

50 + 10% VAT

Result: 55

200 + 5% VAT

Result: 210

1000 + 15% VAT

Result: 1150

80 + 25% VAT

Result: 100

Frequently Asked Questions

Is VAT the same as sales tax?

Conceptually similar, but VAT (Value Added Tax) is collected at every stage of production, whereas sales tax is typically collected only at the final sale.

What is the VAT rate in the UK?

The standard VAT rate in the UK is currently 20%.

How do I remove VAT from a price?

Divide the total price by (1 + VAT Rate). For example, divide by 1.20 to remove 20% VAT.

Can VAT be zero?

Yes, some goods (like children's clothes or books in some countries) are zero-rated (0% VAT).

Is VAT always percentage-based?

Yes, it is calculated as a percentage of the net price.

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