Question 1

How do I calculate VAT?

Accepted Answer

To add VAT: VAT amount = Net price × (VAT rate / 100), and Gross = Net + VAT. To remove VAT from a gross price: Net = Gross / (1 + VAT rate/100), and VAT = Gross - Net. For example, a £100 net price at 20% VAT becomes £120 gross.

Question 2

What is the standard VAT rate in the UK?

Accepted Answer

The standard UK VAT rate is 20%. A reduced rate of 5% applies to certain goods like domestic fuel and energy-saving materials. Some items like food and children's clothing are zero-rated (0%).

Question 3

What are the EU VAT rates?

Accepted Answer

EU standard VAT rates range from 17% (Luxembourg) to 27% (Hungary). Germany is 19%, France 20%, Italy 22%, Spain 21%, Netherlands 21%, and Ireland 23%. Each country also has reduced rates for specific categories.

Question 4

Is this VAT calculator free?

Accepted Answer

Yes. This VAT calculator is 100% free, runs entirely in your browser, requires no signup, and does not send any data to a server. All calculations happen locally on your device.