VAT Calculator
Calculate Value Added Tax (VAT) amounts for prices.
VAT Calculation
VAT Breakdown
About This Calculator
The VAT Calculator helps you calculate Value Added Tax (VAT) amounts for prices. You can calculate VAT to add to a price or extract VAT from a price that includes tax.
This calculator supports both scenarios: adding VAT to an amount excluding tax, or calculating the VAT component from a price that already includes tax.
Formula & Calculation Method
VAT Calculation Formulas:
If price excludes VAT:
VAT Amount = Price × (VAT Rate / 100)
Price with VAT = Price + VAT Amount
If price includes VAT:
Price excluding VAT = Price / (1 + VAT Rate / 100)
VAT Amount = Price - Price excluding VAT
Example: For $100 excluding VAT at 20% rate:
VAT = $100 × 0.20 = $20
Total = $100 + $20 = $120
How to Use This Calculator
- Enter Amount: Input the price or amount.
- Enter VAT Rate: Input the VAT rate percentage (e.g., 20% for UK, 19% for Germany).
- Select Mode: Choose whether your amount includes or excludes VAT.
- View Results: See VAT amount and total amounts both with and without VAT.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is VAT?
Value Added Tax (VAT) is a consumption tax levied on goods and services at each stage of production. It's common in European countries and many other nations worldwide.
What are common VAT rates?
Common VAT rates vary by country: UK: 20%, Germany: 19%, France: 20%, Italy: 22%, Spain: 21%. Some countries have reduced rates for certain goods and services.
Should I enter the amount including or excluding VAT?
If you know the price before tax, select "Amount Excluding VAT". If you have the final price with tax included, select "Amount Including VAT".
Expert Reviewed
This calculator was reviewed by NumCalculators Editorial Team, Multi-disciplinary Expert Team