VAT Calculator
Enter an amount, say whether it already includes VAT, and pick a rate to see the net amount, the VAT value and the gross total in one step.
Standard rates in some countries
| Country | Standard rate |
|---|---|
| Egypt | 14% |
| Saudi Arabia | 15% |
| United Arab Emirates | 5% |
| Germany | 19% |
| United Kingdom | 20% |
| France | 20% |
| Turkey | 20% |
| Brazil | ≈ 18% |
These examples are for orientation only: many countries apply reduced rates to food, medicine and books, and rates change over time — always confirm the rate that applies to your transaction with your tax authority.
How to use
- Enter the amount — either the net price before VAT or the gross price including it.
- Choose whether to add VAT to a net amount or remove it from a gross amount, then pick a preset rate or type a custom one.
- Click Calculate to see the net amount, the VAT value and the gross total together.
Frequently asked questions
How do I remove VAT from a gross amount?
A gross amount is not simply reduced by the rate — the VAT is a share of the gross, not an addition to it. Divide the gross by one plus the rate as a decimal: at 20%, a gross of 120 contains 20 of VAT, because 120 divided by 1.20 gives 100 net. The calculator performs exactly this division when you choose the remove option.
Which rate should I choose for my country?
The table under the calculator lists standard VAT or sales-tax rates for several countries as orientation: Egypt 14%, Saudi Arabia 15%, the UAE 5%, Germany 19%, the United Kingdom, France and Turkey 20%, and Brazil around 18%. These are examples only — many countries apply reduced rates to food, medicine or books, and rates change. Always confirm the exact rate with your tax authority.
Is VAT always a flat percentage of the price?
For most goods and services the calculation is a simple percentage, which is why this tool works. But real tax systems add exceptions: reduced rates, zero-rated categories, exempt supplies and thresholds for small businesses. Fuel, alcohol, tobacco and hospitality often carry different rates. If your transaction falls in a special category, the simple percentage here may not match the invoice.
What is the difference between net, gross and VAT?
The net amount is the price of the goods or service itself. VAT is the tax charged on top of that price at the applicable rate. The gross amount is what the customer actually pays: net plus VAT. When you remove VAT you recover the net figure and the tax portion separately, which is what businesses need for their VAT returns and invoicing.
Are the results exact?
Yes — the arithmetic is exact for the rate you enter: adding multiplies the net by the rate, and removing divides the gross by one plus the rate. The uncertainty is in the rate, not the math, since rates vary by country and product category and change over time. Treat the output as an estimate for orientation and not as tax advice; confirm figures with an accountant for official use.