How do I add VAT to a price?

Multiply the price by (1 + VAT rate ÷ 100). For 20% VAT on $100: $100 × 1.20 = $120.

How do I remove VAT from a price?

Divide the VAT-inclusive price by (1 + VAT rate ÷ 100). For 20% VAT: $120 ÷ 1.20 = $100.

What are common VAT rates?

VAT rates vary by country: UK 20%, Germany 19%, France 20%, Canada (GST) 5%, Australia (GST) 10%. Many countries also have reduced rates for essential goods.

Is VAT the same as sales tax?

They are similar but different. VAT is applied at each stage of production, while sales tax is only applied at the final sale to the consumer.

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How much is 20% VAT on $100?

20% VAT on 100 is 20, for a gross price of 120.

20% VAT on 100 is 20, giving a gross price of 120. To remove VAT instead, divide the gross price by 1.20.

Formula: Gross = Net × (1 + (VAT% ÷ 100)) · Net = Gross ÷ (1 + (VAT% ÷ 100))
Definition: VAT (value added tax) is a percentage added to a net price. The gross price includes it; removing VAT means dividing by the VAT multiplier.

Convert to decimal:20% = 20 ÷ 100 = 0.2
Multiply:0.2 × 100 = 20
Add VAT to the net price:100 + 20 = 120

How to use

1Choose mode — Toggle between adding or removing VAT.

2Enter the price — The price excluding or including VAT.

3Enter VAT rate — The VAT percentage (e.g. 20%).

Add VAT to price

Price (excl. VAT)

VAT Rate (%)

Result

$120.00

VAT: $20.00

Total incl. VAT: $120.00

Step-by-step

1Calculate VAT:$100.00 × 20% = $20.00

2Add to price:$100.00 + $20.00 = $120.00

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How to Calculate VAT

Value Added Tax (VAT) is a consumption tax applied at each stage of production and distribution. Unlike sales tax, which is added only at the point of sale, VAT is embedded throughout the supply chain. Standard VAT rates vary by country — 20% in the UK, 21% in the Netherlands, 19% in Germany, and 25% in Sweden, for example.

Add VAT: Total = Price × (1 + VAT% ÷ 100)

Remove VAT: Original = Total ÷ (1 + VAT% ÷ 100)

Common VAT Calculations

Invoicing: You quote a client $2,500 for services. With 20% VAT added, the invoice total becomes $3,000 — with $500 clearly listed as VAT.
Expense claims: A receipt shows $156 including VAT at 20%. The net amount is $156 ÷ 1.20 = $130, and the VAT portion is $26. Toggle to "Remove VAT" mode above for this.
Cross-border pricing: Selling to customers in different EU countries? Adjust the VAT rate for each destination to display the correct final price.
Reduced rates: Some goods carry reduced VAT (e.g., 5% on home energy in the UK). Enter any rate above — the calculator isn't limited to standard rates.

VAT vs. Sales Tax vs. Markup

VAT and sales tax both increase the final price, but they're calculated differently in the supply chain. For pricing that adds a profit percentage to cost (not a tax), use the Markup Calculator. To reverse any percentage applied to a known final value, our Reverse Percentage Calculator is designed for exactly that.

Common VAT Calculations by Country

Standard VAT rates around the world. Click any row to pre-fill the calculator.

Country & rate	On $100 net	Total incl. VAT
UK – 20%	$100 × 1.20	$120.00	Open
Germany – 19%	$100 × 1.19	$119.00	Open
France – 20%	$100 × 1.20	$120.00	Open
Netherlands – 21%	$100 × 1.21	$121.00	Open
Sweden – 25%	$100 × 1.25	$125.00	Open
Norway – 25%	$100 × 1.25	$125.00	Open
Australia GST – 10%	$100 × 1.10	$110.00	Open
Canada GST – 5%	$100 × 1.05	$105.00	Open
UK reduced – 5%	$100 × 1.05	$105.00	Open

VAT — worked examples

VAT — worked examples
Question	Calculation	Answer	Open
100 + 5% VAT	100 × (1 + 5 ÷ 100)	105	Prefilled
200 + 7.5% VAT	200 × (1 + 7.5 ÷ 100)	215	Prefilled
50 + 10% VAT	50 × (1 + 10 ÷ 100)	55	Prefilled
80 + 15% VAT	80 × (1 + 15 ÷ 100)	92	Prefilled
100 + 20% VAT	100 × (1 + 20 ÷ 100)	120	Prefilled
250 + 21% VAT	250 × (1 + 21 ÷ 100)	302.5	Prefilled
400 + 25% VAT	400 × (1 + 25 ÷ 100)	500	Prefilled

Every figure above is produced by the same calculation engine that powers the calculator on this page.

Calculation method and limitations

Method: Adding VAT multiplies the net price by (1 + rate). Removing VAT divides the gross price by the same multiplier — never subtract the rate from the gross price.

Limitations

Rates vary by country and product category; the tool does not look up the correct rate for you.
Reduced and zero rates on specific goods are not applied automatically.
This is arithmetic, not tax advice, and does not handle reverse-charge or exemption rules.

Method and examples last reviewed August 6, 2026 by the Snap Percent Calc editorial team. All calculations run locally in your browser.

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