VAT Calculator 2025
Calculate VAT, GST, and sales tax for 50+ countries with 2025 tax rates. Add VAT to prices or remove VAT from total amounts instantly. Free online VAT calculator.
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VAT/GST Rates by Country (2025)
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Understanding VAT, GST, and Sales Tax
Value Added Tax (VAT), Goods and Services Tax (GST), and Sales Tax are consumption taxes applied to goods and services. While the names differ, they serve similar purposes in different countries.
What is VAT?
VAT is a consumption tax levied on the value added to goods and services at each stage of production and distribution. It's collected by businesses on behalf of the government and is ultimately paid by the end consumer.
VAT vs GST vs Sales Tax
VAT (Value Added Tax)
Used in EU countries, UK, and many others. Applied at each stage of production with input tax credits.
Examples: UK (20%), Germany (19%), France (20%)
GST (Goods & Services Tax)
Used in countries like Canada, Australia, India, New Zealand. Similar to VAT but with different structure.
Examples: Australia (10%), Canada (5%), India (18%)
Sales Tax
Used in US states. Applied only at the final point of sale to consumers, not at production stages.
Examples: US states (0-10%), varies by state and locality
How to Calculate VAT
VAT calculation depends on whether you're adding VAT to a net price or removing VAT from a gross price:
- Adding VAT: Gross Price = Net Price × (1 + VAT Rate)
- Removing VAT: Net Price = Gross Price ÷ (1 + VAT Rate)
- VAT Amount: VAT = Net Price × VAT Rate
VAT Registration Thresholds
Most countries have VAT registration thresholds. Businesses with annual turnover above these limits must register for VAT:
- UK: £85,000 annual turnover
- Germany: €22,000 (small business) / €50,000 (standard)
- France: €34,400 (services) / €85,800 (goods)
- Australia: A$75,000 annual turnover
VAT Calculator FAQ
What's the difference between adding and removing VAT?
Adding VAT means calculating the total price including tax from a net price. Removing VAT means finding the net price from a gross price that already includes VAT.
Are VAT rates the same for all products?
No, most countries have standard rates for most goods and reduced rates for essentials like food, books, and medical supplies. Some items may be zero-rated or exempt.
Do I need to register for VAT?
VAT registration is required when your annual turnover exceeds the threshold in your country. Registration allows you to charge VAT and claim input tax credits.
Can I claim VAT back on business expenses?
VAT-registered businesses can usually claim back VAT paid on business expenses (input tax) against VAT collected on sales (output tax).
How often do VAT rates change?
VAT rates can change with government budgets, usually annually. Some countries may adjust rates more frequently during economic changes. Our calculator uses the latest 2025 rates.