VAT Calculator 2026
Add or remove VAT for UK and EU rates
Add VAT or remove it from a gross price. UK, Germany, and EU 2026 rates. No login.
How it works
- 1
Enter the amount
Type a net figure to add VAT, or a VAT-inclusive (gross) figure to remove it.
- 2
Pick the 2026 rate
Choose a UK or EU country and a standard or reduced band, or enter a custom rate.
- 3
See net, VAT, and gross
Add VAT uses net × (1 + rate). Remove VAT uses gross ÷ (1 + rate). At UK 20%, £100 net is £120 gross; £120 gross is £100 net.
Worked example
An example of the result VAT Calculator produces.
UK standard 20%: add VAT to £100 net, or remove VAT from £120 gross.
| Mode | Amount in | VAT rate | Net | VAT | Gross |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Add VAT | 100.00 | 20% (UK standard) | 100.00 | 20.00 | 120.00 |
| Remove VAT | 120.00 | 20% (UK standard) | 100.00 | 20.00 | 120.00 |
2026 standard and reduced VAT rates for the countries in this calculator. Check HMRC or the EU TEDB for goods-specific bands.
| Country | Standard | Reduced |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 20% | 5% (zero 0%) |
| Germany | 19% | 7% |
| France | 20% | 10% / 5.5% |
| Ireland | 23% | 13.5% / 9% |
| Netherlands | 21% | 9% |
| Spain | 21% | 10% |
| Italy | 22% | 10% |
| Poland | 23% | 8% |
What is VAT Calculator?
A VAT calculator adds tax to a net (exclusive) price or removes it from a gross (inclusive) price. Add VAT: net × (1 + rate). Remove VAT: gross ÷ (1 + rate) — do not subtract the rate from the gross. This tool includes 2026 UK rates (20% standard, 5% reduced, 0% zero) and major EU presets such as Germany 19%. Reverse charge is different: on a qualifying B2B invoice the supplier charges VAT of 0 and the buyer accounts for it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about the VAT Calculator.
How do I calculate VAT manually?
To add VAT, multiply the net amount by the rate (e.g. 20% or 0.20) to get the VAT, then add it to the net. Equivalently, multiply the net price by 1.20 for a VAT-inclusive total.
What is a reverse VAT calculation?
Reverse VAT (also called removing VAT) extracts the tax from a gross, VAT-inclusive total. Divide the gross by 1 plus the rate — e.g. £120 ÷ 1.20 = £100 net, so VAT is £20. This is not the same as VAT reverse charge.
Is reverse VAT the same as reverse charge?
No. Reverse VAT is a formula: gross ÷ (1 + rate) to find the net. Reverse charge is a B2B VAT treatment where the supplier charges VAT of 0 and the buyer accounts for the tax on their own return. This calculator removes VAT from a price; it does not decide whether reverse charge applies.
Why can't I just subtract 20% from a VAT-inclusive price?
Because the 20% was added to the net, not to the gross. Subtracting 20% from £120 gives £96, which is wrong. The correct net is £120 ÷ 1.20 = £100. Always divide by (1 + rate), never subtract the rate from the inclusive price.
Is there a shortcut for UK 20% VAT?
Yes. At the UK standard rate, the VAT inside a gross price is the gross divided by 6. £120 ÷ 6 = £20 VAT, so the net is £100. The calculator uses the same formula for any rate.
What are the standard VAT rates in 2026?
In 2026 the UK standard rate is 20% (reduced 5%, zero 0%). Germany's standard rate is 19% (reduced 7%). Most EU standard rates sit between 17% and 27%. Reduced bands apply only to specific goods — check HMRC or the EU TEDB for the category.
Can I use this tool for both net and gross amounts?
Yes. Choose Add VAT to net price to go from exclusive to inclusive, or Remove VAT from gross to go the other way. Enter the figure, pick a 2026 country rate or a custom rate, and the net, VAT, and gross update instantly.
What is the standard VAT rate in France in 2026?
France's standard VAT rate in 2026 is 20%, with an intermediate rate of 10% and a reduced rate of 5.5% on specific goods and services. Select France and the matching band, or enter a custom rate.
What is the standard VAT rate in Ireland in 2026?
Ireland's standard VAT rate in 2026 is 23%. Reduced rates of 13.5% and 9% apply to certain categories. Use the Ireland preset and pick the band, or enter a custom rate.
How do I use an EU VAT calculator for mixed-jurisdiction invoices?
Calculate each line at the supplier's country rate — UK 20%, Germany 19%, France 20%, Ireland 23%, and so on — rather than applying one rate to the whole bill. Switch country in this tool instead of looking up a tax table.
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