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VAT Calculator

Calculate VAT, net, and gross amounts instantly.

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What is the VAT Calculator?

Use this VAT calculator to add VAT, remove VAT, and see net, VAT, and gross amounts instantly. It is built for freelancers, small businesses, accountants, and anyone who needs a quick tax breakdown without manual formulas.

The tool is designed to make everyday pricing and invoice checks faster. Enter an amount, choose a VAT rate, and switch between adding or removing VAT in one click.

How it works

Enter your amount in the input field. This can be a net price if you want to add VAT, or a gross price if you want to remove VAT.

Choose a VAT rate such as 20%, 5%, or 0%. The calculator updates instantly and shows the net amount, VAT amount, and gross amount.

Use Add VAT when you want to calculate a VAT-inclusive selling price from a base price. Use Remove VAT when you need to work backwards from an invoice or receipt.

The result breakdown is shown clearly so you can check your pricing, invoice values, and tax calculations at a glance.

Examples

Add VAT to a net price

Turn a price before VAT into its VAT-inclusive total.

100 at 20%
 
Net £100.00, VAT £20.00, Gross £120.00

Remove VAT from a gross price

Work backwards from a VAT-inclusive amount.

120 at 20%
 
Net £100.00, VAT £20.00, Gross £120.00

Check a reduced rate

Calculate VAT for a lower percentage such as 5%.

200 at 5%
 
Net £200.00, VAT £10.00, Gross £210.00

Frequently asked questions

What does this VAT calculator do?

It calculates VAT added to a net price or removed from a gross price. You get a clear breakdown of net, VAT, and gross amounts.

How do I add VAT to a price?

Enter the net amount, choose your VAT rate, and use Add VAT. The calculator shows the VAT amount and the final price including VAT.

How do I remove VAT from a price?

Enter the gross amount, choose your VAT rate, and use Remove VAT. The calculator works backwards to find the net amount and VAT portion.

Can I use a custom VAT rate?

Yes. Enter any valid VAT rate instead of being limited to preset values. This helps when you need to calculate non-standard rates.

Is this VAT calculator suitable for UK prices?

Yes. It is suitable for UK-style VAT calculations, including standard, reduced, and zero rates. It is useful for invoices, quotes, and price checks.

What is the difference between net and gross?

Net is the price before VAT. Gross is the price after VAT has been added.

Why is reverse VAT not just subtracting the percentage?

Because VAT is usually calculated on the net amount first. To remove VAT correctly, you divide by 1 plus the VAT rate instead of simply subtracting the rate.

Who should use this tool?

Freelancers, shop owners, agencies, accountants, and anyone who needs a fast VAT breakdown can use it.

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