Value Added Tax Calculator

Calculate the Value Added Tax (VAT) for any amount with step-by-step breakdown

Input Parameters

Calculation Results

Calculation Formula

VAT = Base Amount × VAT Rate

Where:
Base Amount = Cost of goods/services excluding tax
VAT Rate = Applicable tax percentage

VAT Amount:

$0.00

Total Amount (Including VAT):

$0.00

Value Added Tax Calculator Calculator Usage Guide

Learn how to use the VAT Calculator and understand the calculation principles

How to Use the VAT Calculator

  1. Enter the base amount (the price excluding VAT)
  2. Input the VAT rate applicable to your transaction (as a percentage)
  3. Click the "Calculate" button to see the VAT amount and total price
  4. Use the "Reset" button to clear all inputs and start over

Understanding VAT

Value Added Tax (VAT) is a consumption tax placed on a good or service when a value is added. In this calculator, VAT is calculated as:

VAT = Base Amount × VAT Rate

This means if you have a product that costs $100 with a 20% VAT rate, the VAT would be $20, making the total price $120.

Common VAT Rates

  • Standard Rate: Typically 5% - 25% depending on the country
  • Reduced Rate: Often applied to essential goods (0% - 10%)
  • Zero Rate: Applied to exports or certain goods/services

Example

If you purchase a product for $85 with a standard VAT rate of 21%, the calculation would be:

  1. VAT Amount = $85 × 21% = $17.85
  2. Total Amount = $85 + $17.85 = $102.85