VAT / GST Calculator
Add VAT, remove VAT (reverse), or calculate VAT-only โ with country presets for UK, EU, India, Australia, UAE & more.
How to Use the VAT / GST Calculator
- Pick a mode โ Add VAT (net โ gross), Remove VAT (reverse: gross โ net), or VAT Only (just the tax amount).
- Choose your country โ Auto-fills standard, reduced, and super-reduced rates. Or pick "Custom" and type any rate.
- Enter the amount โ Select currency and type the figure.
- Tap the result โ Live breakdown shows Net, VAT, and Gross with clear labels.
- Invoice mode โ Click "Invoice mode" to add multiple line items, each with its own VAT rate and quantity. Get subtotal, VAT, and grand total.
- Copy or print โ Save the summary, print a clean invoice, or copy to clipboard.
What is VAT / GST?
VAT (Value-Added Tax) and GST (Goods and Services Tax) are consumption taxes added to the price of most goods and services. They go by different names worldwide โ VAT in the UK and EU, GST in Australia/India/Canada/Singapore/NZ, IVA in Spain/Italy, MwSt in Germany, TVA in France โ but the math is the same.
This calculator handles the three calculations everyone needs:
- Add VAT: You know the net (pre-tax) price and need the gross (final) price.
- Remove VAT (reverse VAT): You have a final price that already includes VAT and need to know the net price plus how much VAT was charged. This is the most-searched calculation for businesses doing expense reports.
- VAT Only: You just want to know the tax portion of an amount.
Common Use Cases
VAT / GST Rates by Country
Standard rates vary widely by country. Below is a reference of common rates โ always verify with your local tax authority for current values, as rates do change periodically.
Why Choose Our VAT / GST Calculator?
- โ 3 modes โ Add VAT, Remove (reverse) VAT, VAT-Only
- โ 22+ country presets with multi-rate dropdowns
- โ 16 currency symbols built in
- โ Invoice mode โ multi-item with different rates per line
- โ Quick rate buttons โ 5%, 10%, 18%, 20%, 25% with one tap
- โ Live calculation โ results update as you type
- โ Copy & print ready
- โ Reverse VAT formula done correctly (most online calculators get this wrong)
- โ 100% private โ works offline, no signup, no tracking
- โ Mobile-friendly โ full responsive layout
Frequently Asked Questions
How is VAT calculated?
Adding VAT: Gross = Net ร (1 + Rate/100). Example: ยฃ100 net + 20% VAT = ยฃ120 gross.
Removing VAT (reverse): Net = Gross / (1 + Rate/100). Example: ยฃ120 gross at 20% VAT = ยฃ100 net + ยฃ20 VAT.
What's the difference between VAT and GST?
They're functionally the same โ a consumption tax on goods and services. Different countries just use different names. UK/EU/Nordic countries call it VAT; Australia, NZ, India, Canada, Singapore call it GST. The calculation is identical.
How do I calculate VAT "backwards" from a final price?
That's our Remove VAT mode. Type the gross (final) price, pick the rate, and the calculator shows you the net price plus the VAT portion. Example: A ยฃ120 receipt at 20% VAT breaks down to ยฃ100 net + ยฃ20 VAT.
Why does my country have multiple VAT rates?
Most countries have a standard rate (general goods/services) plus reduced rates for essentials like food, books, medicine, public transport, or hospitality. Some also have a zero-rated category. Use the country dropdown to see all rates.
Are these rates always current?
We update country rates regularly, but VAT/GST rates do change. Always verify with your local tax authority for the most current figures, especially around fiscal year transitions.
Can I use this for invoicing?
Yes โ click "Invoice mode" to add multiple line items, each with description, quantity, unit price, and its own VAT rate. The tool calculates per-line totals plus the overall subtotal, VAT, and grand total. Print it for a clean invoice.
Is my data uploaded anywhere?
No. Everything runs in your browser. No data is sent to any server โ your figures stay private.
Does it work on mobile?
Yes โ fully responsive on phones and tablets, with touch-friendly inputs and quick-rate buttons.
