Add or remove VAT instantly at any rate
VAT Direction
Add VAT — enter the net (ex-VAT) price
VAT Rate
Result
Price Breakdown
Add VAT formula: Net × 1.20 = Gross
Remove VAT formula: Gross ÷ 1.20 = Net
VAT rate used: 20% — Currency: USD ($)
How VAT Works
Adding VAT (net to gross): Multiply the net (ex-VAT) price by (1 + rate/100). For 20% VAT on £100: £100 × 1.20 = £120 gross. The VAT portion is £20.
Removing VAT (gross to net): Divide the gross (inc-VAT) price by (1 + rate/100). For 20% VAT on £120: £120 ÷ 1.20 = £100 net. This is called the "VAT fraction" method — do not simply multiply by the rate percentage.
Disclaimer: This tool is for informational purposes only. Tax rates and rules vary by country, product type, and jurisdiction. Always verify the correct VAT rate with your local tax authority or a qualified accountant before filing returns or issuing invoices.
Use our free VAT calculator to instantly add VAT to a net price or strip VAT from a gross price at any standard or custom rate. Whether you need to calculate 20% UK VAT, 19% EU VAT, 10% Australian GST, or any other rate, simply enter your amount, pick a direction, and get a full price breakdown in seconds — no spreadsheet needed.
Multiply the net (ex-VAT) price by the VAT rate divided by 100. For example, 20% VAT on £200 net = £200 × 0.20 = £40 VAT, giving a gross price of £240. This calculator does it automatically.
Divide the gross (VAT-inclusive) price by (1 + rate/100). For 20% VAT: £120 ÷ 1.20 = £100 net, with £20 VAT. Never simply subtract the percentage from the gross — that gives the wrong answer.
The calculator includes common preset rates (5%, 10%, 15%, 20%, 25%, and others) as well as a Custom option where you can type any rate. This covers UK, EU, Australian GST, Indian GST, and most international tax rates.
The net price excludes VAT (what you pay before tax is added). The gross price includes VAT (the total you pay at checkout). Businesses typically quote net prices to other businesses, while consumer prices are always shown gross.