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VAT / Sales Tax

Add tax or remove tax included in a price.

How to use the VAT / Sales Tax

Add tax or remove tax included in a price. Fill in the fields above and the result updates instantly, together with the formula behind it.

Formula

Add: gross = net × (1 + rate/100); Remove: net = gross ÷ (1 + rate/100)

Worked example

€100 plus 20% VAT = €120. €120 including 20% VAT has a €100 net price.

Important things to know

Rates and tax rules vary by jurisdiction. Enter the correct rate manually.

Frequently asked questions

How is the VAT / Sales Tax calculated?

Add: gross = net × (1 + rate/100); Remove: net = gross ÷ (1 + rate/100). Example: €100 plus 20% VAT = €120. €120 including 20% VAT has a €100 net price.

What do I need to enter in the VAT / Sales Tax?

You enter: Tax operation; Tax rate (%); Price. An example value is shown in each empty field, and the result appears as soon as the numbers are valid.

How do I remove VAT or sales tax from a price that already includes it?

Divide the gross price by (1 + rate ÷ 100). €120 including 20% VAT has a net price of 120 ÷ 1.2 = €100; do not simply subtract 20% from 120.

Can I save or share this calculation?

Yes. Use Copy to copy the result or full example. Share creates a link that puts your chosen values into the URL fragment so another person can reproduce the calculation. Your named saves and recent history stay in your own browser.

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