VAT Calculator
Add or remove VAT (Value Added Tax) from any price instantly. Enter an amount, choose your VAT rate, and get accurate inclusive or exclusive prices.
How to use the VAT Calculator
- Enter the amount.
- Enter the VAT rate (for example 5% or 20%).
- Choose Add VAT for a price without VAT, or Remove VAT for a price that includes it.
- Click Calculate.
Formula used
Worked example
Rate 5%
Add VAT to 1,000: VAT = 50, gross = 1,050
Remove VAT from 1,050: net = 1,050 ÷ 1.05 = 1,000, VAT = 50
VAT vs GST in India
India replaced most VAT with GST in July 2017; VAT now applies mainly to petrol, diesel, aviation fuel and alcohol, set by each state. For goods and services in India, use the GST calculator. VAT is still the main sales tax in many countries: 5% in the UAE and Saudi Arabia (15%), 20% in the UK and 19–25% across most of the EU. A common mistake is removing VAT by subtracting the rate percentage; always divide by (1 + rate).
Tips for accurate results
- Never subtract 5% from a gross price to remove 5% VAT.
- Check whether a quoted price is inclusive or exclusive.
- Round only the final figures.
Frequently Asked Questions
Divide the gross price by 1 plus the VAT rate.
5%.
Both are consumption taxes; India uses GST for most goods and services.
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Content reviewed by Vinod, Easy Smart Calculator · Last updated October 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I add VAT to a price?
Multiply the net price by the VAT rate (as a decimal) to get the VAT amount, then add it to the net price to get the gross (VAT-inclusive) price.
How do I remove VAT from a price?
Divide the gross price by (1 + VAT rate as decimal) to find the net price. Subtract the net price from the gross price to find the VAT amount.
What are common VAT rates?
VAT/GST rates vary by country and product category, commonly ranging from 5% to 25%. Always check your local tax authority for the applicable rate.