VAT Calculator

Q: How do you calculate the net amount from the gross?

The net amount can be calculated by dividing the gross value by 1 plus the VAT rate.

Q: Does the VAT calculator work for different tax rates?

Yes. The calculator lets you calculate VAT for different tax rates such as 23%, 8%, 5% and 0%.

VAT Calculator

Convert net to gross or vice versa for a selected VAT rate.

The VAT calculator lets you quickly calculate the VAT amount and the net and gross values. The tool is useful when issuing invoices, checking product prices and calculating tax amounts for different VAT rates.

You can easily convert net to gross or gross to net amounts, taking into account the applicable tax rates. The VAT calculator is useful for entrepreneurs, accountants and self-employed individuals.

How does the VAT calculator work?

To calculate VAT, simply enter the net or gross amount and select the appropriate tax rate. The calculator will automatically compute the VAT value and the remaining amounts.

calculating the VAT amount
converting net to gross
converting gross to net
support for different VAT rates
quick tax value checking

How to calculate VAT — formulas

VAT can be calculated in several ways depending on whether you know the net or gross amount. Below are the basic formulas used when calculating VAT.

Calculating VAT from the net amount

Formula

VAT = net × VAT rate

Calculating gross from net

Formula

gross = net × (1 + VAT)

Calculating net from gross

Formula

net = gross ÷ (1 + VAT)

Calculating VAT from the gross amount

Formula

VAT = gross − net

The VAT calculator automatically performs all of the above calculations. Simply enter one value and select the appropriate VAT rate.

Most commonly used VAT rates

United Kingdom - Current VAT rates

20% — standard VAT rate
5% — reduced rate for some goods and services

FAQ — VAT Calculator

How do you calculate VAT from the net amount?

To calculate VAT from the net amount, multiply the net value by the appropriate VAT rate. The VAT calculator performs this calculation automatically and also shows the gross amount.

How do you calculate the net amount from the gross?

To calculate the net amount, divide the gross value by 1 plus the VAT rate. The VAT calculator does this automatically and also displays the tax value on its own.

Does the VAT calculator work for different tax rates?

Yes. The tool lets you calculate VAT for different tax rates such as 23%, 8%, 5% or 0%.

Is the VAT calculator useful for businesses?

Yes. The VAT calculator is frequently used by entrepreneurs, accountants and self-employed individuals to quickly check tax values and product prices.