Reverse VAT Calculator
Remove VAT from any price. Supports UK 20%, EU member states, Australia GST, and custom international rates.
What is Reverse VAT and How Does It Work?
VAT (Value Added Tax) is a consumption tax assessed on goods and services in the United Kingdom, the European Union, Australia, New Zealand, and over 160 countries globally. In standard retail environments throughout Europe and Australasia, prices are displayed inclusive of VAT (gross price).
When businesses, freelancers, or accountants need to claim input tax credits or reconcile invoices, they must calculate the net (ex-VAT) amount and isolate the tax component.
Global Standard VAT & GST Rates by Country (2026)
Click on any country to open its dedicated reverse VAT calculator pre-configured with local currency and standard rates:
| Country | Tax Type | Standard Rate | Calculator |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | VAT | 20% | Open United Kingdom → |
| Germany | VAT | 19% | Open Germany → |
| France | VAT | 20% | Open France → |
| Italy | VAT | 22% | Open Italy → |
| Spain | VAT | 21% | Open Spain → |
| Australia | GST | 10% | Open Australia → |
| New Zealand | GST | 15% | Open New Zealand → |
Common Reverse VAT Scenarios
💼 Expense Claim Reconciliations
Employees submit hotel or meal receipts quoting the gross charge. Corporate accountants use reverse VAT to separate deductible tax from net business operating costs.
🇪🇺 B2B Cross-Border Reverse Charge
When EU businesses sell to VAT-registered buyers in other member states, goods are invoiced net of VAT under the EU Reverse Charge mechanism.
🛒 E-Commerce Payout Audits
Online merchants receiving consolidated gross disbursements from payment gateways calculate net revenue to ensure proper quarterly VAT return filings.