Value Added Tax (VAT) Calculator
Calculate Value Added Tax (VAT) instantly. Enter an amount and your chosen VAT rate to calculate the VAT amount and total price quickly and easily.
How to Use
Enter the original amount.
Enter the VAT rate (for example, 20 for 20%).
Click Calculate VAT.
View the VAT amount and total amount instantly.
VAT Calculator
Enter an amount and VAT rate below to calculate the VAT amount, add VAT to a net price, or work out the total amount including VAT.
Example Calculation
Add VAT Example
Suppose you have an original amount of £100 and want to add 20% VAT.
Calculation
Original Amount: £100
VAT Rate: 20%
VAT Amount
= £100 × 20%
= £20
Total Amount
= £100 + £20
= £120
Explanation
With a VAT rate of 20%, the VAT added to an original amount of £100 is £20, giving a total amount of £120.
Remove VAT Example
Suppose you have a VAT-inclusive amount of £120 and want to remove VAT at a rate of 20%.
Calculation
VAT-Inclusive Amount: £120
VAT Rate: 20%
Amount Before VAT
= £120 ÷ 1.20
= £100
VAT Amount
= £120 − £100
= £20
Explanation
A VAT-inclusive amount of £120 contains £20 VAT. After removing the VAT, the original amount before VAT is £100.
Calculation Formula
Add VAT
VAT Amount
= Amount × (VAT Rate ÷ 100)
Total Amount
= Amount + VAT Amount
Remove VAT
Amount Before VAT
= VAT-Inclusive Amount ÷ (1 + VAT Rate ÷ 100)
VAT Amount
= VAT-Inclusive Amount − Amount Before VAT
This example demonstrates how the VAT Calculator works using sample figures. Enter your own amount and VAT rate to quickly calculate VAT, add VAT to a price, or remove VAT from a VAT-inclusive amount.
Why these formulas are used
When adding VAT, the calculator first calculates the VAT amount based on the original amount and the VAT rate. It then adds the VAT amount to the original amount to produce the total amount.
When removing VAT, the calculator works backwards from the VAT-inclusive amount to determine the original amount before VAT was added. The VAT amount is then calculated as the difference between the VAT-inclusive amount and the original amount.
What Do These Results Mean?
Original Amount – The amount before VAT is added.
VAT Amount – The amount of VAT calculated using the VAT rate you entered.
Total Amount – The final amount after VAT has been added to the original amount.
VAT-Inclusive Amount – The amount that already includes VAT when you choose to remove VAT.
Amount Before VAT – The original amount excluding VAT after the VAT portion has been removed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is VAT?
VAT (Value Added Tax) is a consumption tax added to the price of many goods and services. The VAT rate varies depending on the country, region, and type of product or service.
How do I calculate VAT?
Can I use this calculator for any country?
Yes. Simply enter the VAT rate applicable in your country or region. The ToolNestPro VAT Calculator works with any currency and VAT percentage.
To add VAT, multiply the original amount by the VAT rate to calculate the VAT amount, then add it to the original amount.
To remove VAT, divide the VAT-inclusive amount by 1 + (VAT Rate ÷ 100) to find the original amount before VAT.
Does this calculator add and remove VAT?
Yes. You can choose either Add VAT or Remove VAT using the calculation type at the top of the calculator. The calculator will instantly display the VAT amount and the total or original amount, depending on the option you select.
Disclaimer
The results provided by this VAT Calculator are for informational and educational purposes only.
They are estimates based on the amount and VAT rate you enter and should not be considered financial, tax, legal, or professional advice. Actual VAT calculations may vary depending on local tax regulations, exemptions, rounding methods, or other applicable rules.
Always verify VAT requirements with your local tax authority or a qualified tax professional before making financial or tax-related decisions.