VAT & sales tax calculator
Add tax to a pre-tax amount, or pull tax out of an inclusive total. Switches between regions instantly. Built for invoicing — not theory.
Quick presets
Frequently asked questions
Which countries' VAT and sales tax rates does the calculator support?＋
Built-in presets cover UAE (5%), UK (20%), EU standard (21%), EU reduced (10%), Germany (19%), France (20%), Australia GST (10%), Canada GST (5%), California (7.25%), New York (8.875%), Texas (8.25%), and any custom rate.
How do I add VAT to a price?＋
Switch to 'Add VAT' mode, enter the pre-tax amount, and pick your tax rate. The calculator shows you the net amount, the tax amount, and the total inclusive of tax.
How do I remove VAT from a total?＋
Switch to 'Remove VAT' mode and enter the total amount (which already includes tax). The calculator extracts the net (pre-tax) amount and shows you exactly how much tax was included.
Does the UAE have VAT?＋
Yes. The UAE has a 5% Value Added Tax (VAT) implemented in 2018. It applies to most goods and services. Freelancers earning over AED 375,000/year must register for VAT and charge it on their invoices.
Is sales tax the same as VAT?＋
Functionally similar but legally different. VAT is charged at every stage of production (business-to-business and business-to-consumer). US sales tax is only charged at the final consumer sale. Most countries use VAT; the US, Canada (partly), and a few others use sales tax.