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VAT Calculator
Calculate VAT, net and gross for free – no sign-up, freely selectable tax rate, instant calculation and local processing in your browser.
Your amounts are calculated directly in your browser. They are neither transmitted nor stored.
Enter a net amount and a VAT rate. The tool calculates VAT and the gross amount.
Enter a gross amount and a VAT rate. The tool calculates the included VAT and the net amount.
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Tax rates may change and depend on the type of goods or services.
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This VAT calculator is for non-binding mathematical calculation only. It does not constitute tax or legal advice. Verify the applicable tax rate and legal requirements for your specific case.
Examples
Examples are for illustration only and are not tax advice.
Understanding and using the VAT calculator
What is VAT?
Value added tax is levied on many goods and services and calculated as a percentage of the net price.
What is the difference between net and gross?
Net is the amount excluding VAT. VAT is the tax amount. Gross is the amount including VAT.
How is VAT added to a net amount?
VAT = net × rate / 100. Gross = net + VAT. Example: €100 net plus 19% gives €19 tax and €119 gross.
How is VAT extracted from a gross amount?
Net = gross / (1 + rate / 100). VAT = gross − net. Example: €119 gross at 19% contains €100 net and €19 VAT.
Why is VAT not simply gross times the rate?
19% of €119 would be €22.61 – that is not the included tax amount. The tax share is found via net extraction.
Which VAT rates apply?
Rates differ by country and may vary by goods or services. They can change and must be verified for each case.
How is rounding handled?
Money amounts are usually shown with two decimal places. Rounding differences may occur with different calculation methods.
What is the difference between VAT and sales tax?
In everyday language the terms are often used interchangeably, depending on context.
Can I use the calculator for invoices?
The tool supports simple math but does not verify legal invoice requirements.
Are my amounts stored?
No. All calculations happen locally in your browser.
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Frequently asked questions about the VAT calculator
How do I calculate VAT?
Enter net amount and tax rate with “Add VAT”, or use gross amount with “Extract VAT”.
How do I calculate gross from net?
Enter net amount and tax rate. The tool adds the calculated VAT to the net amount.
How do I extract VAT from gross?
Enter gross amount and tax rate and choose “Extract VAT”.
What is the difference between net and gross?
Net excludes tax, gross includes VAT.
Why can I not simply subtract VAT from gross?
The tax share in a gross price is smaller than a simple percentage of the gross amount.
How is included VAT calculated?
Net is calculated from gross first, then the difference is shown as included VAT.
Can I enter my own VAT rate?
Yes. The tax rate is freely editable.
Can I use decimal tax rates?
Yes. For example 8.1% is supported.
Can I use Swiss francs?
Yes. Currency affects display only, not calculation.
Can I use euros?
Yes. Euro is available as the default currency.
Does currency change the calculation?
No. Currency affects formatting and display only.
Which VAT rates apply?
That depends on country, goods and services. The calculator uses the rate you enter.
Why can rounding differences occur?
Money amounts are rounded for display. Small differences may occur when switching back and forth.
Is VAT the same as sales tax?
In everyday language the terms are often used interchangeably.
Can I copy the result?
Yes. Use “Copy result” for a compact summary.
Are my amounts stored?
No. Everything happens locally in your browser.
Is this tax advice?
No. It is a non-binding mathematical calculation.
Can I use a 0% tax rate?
Yes. At 0%, net and gross are equal.
Can I calculate negative amounts?
No. Negative amounts are rejected.
Does it work on smartphones?
Yes. The tool is responsive and optimised for mobile devices.