VAT Calculator
Add or remove VAT from any price. Works with any VAT rate, including all EU country rates.
EU VAT Rates 2024
| Country | Standard | Reduced |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | 21% | 10% / 4% |
| Germany | 19% | 7% |
| France | 20% | 10% / 5.5% / 2.1% |
| Italy | 22% | 10% / 5% / 4% |
| Portugal | 23% | 13% / 6% |
| United Kingdom | 20% | 5% / 0% |
| Sweden | 25% | 12% / 6% |
| Hungary | 27% | 18% / 5% |
Adding and Removing VAT
Value Added Tax is included in the displayed price across the EU and UK. To add VAT, multiply the net price by (1 + rate): €100 at 21% becomes €121. To find the net price from a VAT-inclusive total (removing VAT), divide: €121 ÷ 1.21 = €100. You cannot just subtract 21% from the gross figure, because the VAT was charged on the smaller net amount.
VAT Rates Vary by Country
Each country sets its own standard rate — for example 21% in Spain and the Netherlands, 20% in France and the UK, 19% in Germany — plus reduced rates for essentials like food and books. The calculator includes the standard EU rates so you can switch country quickly.
VAT vs Sales Tax
VAT is collected in stages along the supply chain and shown in the price; US-style sales tax is added once at the register. For US prices, use the sales tax calculator.