Tax Calculator (VAT / GST)
Universal tax calculator. Add or remove VAT, GST or Sales Tax. Automatic rates for all major countries.
See how much of the shelf price goes to the government versus the actual cost of the product.
Quickly verify the tax amount on a supplier invoice to ensure your bookkeeping is accurate.
Tax Terminology
A consumption tax placed on a product whenever value is added at each stage of the supply chain, from production to the point of sale.
The cost of a product or service before any taxes are added. This is the base value used for calculations.
The total price you pay, which includes the base net price plus all applicable taxes.
How it calculates
Add Tax: Amount × (1 + Rate%)
Extract Tax: Amount / (1 + Rate%)
Accurate to two decimal places for financial reporting.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the Tax Calculator (VAT / GST).
What is the difference between VAT and GST?
Functionally, they are very similar. Both are consumption taxes. VAT (Value Added Tax) is common in Europe, while GST (Goods and Services Tax) is the term used in Australia, Canada, and New Zealand.
How is Sales Tax different?
Sales Tax (common in the US) is usually a single-stage tax applied only at the final sale to the consumer, whereas VAT/GST are multi-stage taxes.
How to calculate tax manually?
To add tax: Net * (1 + Rate%). To extract tax: Gross / (1 + Rate%).