Example at 20%: Net €100 → Gross = 100 × 1.20 = €120.00 VAT amount = €120.00 − €100.00 = €20.00
Remove VAT from a Gross Price
Net = Gross ÷ (1 + Rate ÷ 100)
Example at 20%: Gross €120 → Net = 120 ÷ 1.20 = €100.00 VAT amount = €120.00 − €100.00 = €20.00
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the VAT rate in Italy?
Italy's standard VAT (IVA) rate is 22%. Reduced rates are 10% (food, medicines, hotels), 5% (social services), and 4% (essential goods, books, newspapers).
What is the VAT rate in Germany?
Germany's standard VAT (MwSt.) rate is 19%. A reduced rate of 7% applies to food, books, newspapers, and public transport.
What is the VAT rate in France?
France's standard VAT (TVA) rate is 20%. Reduced rates: 10% (restaurants, renovations), 5.5% (food, books, energy), 2.1% (press, some medicines).
What is the VAT rate in the UK?
The UK standard VAT rate is 20%. A reduced 5% rate covers domestic energy and some welfare goods. Zero-rate applies to food, children's clothing, and books.
How do I remove VAT from a price?
Divide the gross (inc-VAT) price by (1 + VAT rate ÷ 100). For 20% VAT: Net = Gross ÷ 1.20. This calculator does it automatically — select "Remove VAT" and enter the gross price.
What is the difference between B2B and B2C VAT?
B2C (consumer) prices include VAT as a final cost. B2B businesses registered for VAT can reclaim input VAT, so the net price is the effective cost. Use the B2B toggle in this calculator to see net-only pricing.