VAT Calculators
Instantly calculate VAT for UK, Germany, France, Sweden, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, South Africa, Norway, Switzerland, India, Singapore, UAE / Gulf and Turkey.
Includes reverse VAT with adjustable rates.
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Looking for up-to-date VAT rates from around the world? This international Value-Added Tax (VAT) table provides a quick comparison of standard and reduced VAT rates across major economies, including the UK, Germany, France, India, and more. Whether you're calculating cross-border VAT, checking tax rates for ecommerce, or just learning how sales taxes differ globally, this table gives you a clear snapshot of how VAT is applied in each country. Bookmark this page for the latest global VAT comparison and simplify your international pricing or tax compliance today.
| Country | Standard Rate | Reduced/Zero Rates | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 20% | 5%, 0% | 0% on food, books, children’s clothes; 5% on home energy. |
| Germany | 19% | 7% | 7% on food, books, public transport. |
| France | 20% | 10%, 5.5%, 2.1% | 2.1% on newspapers & meds; 5.5% on food. |
| Sweden | 25% | 12%, 6% | 12% on food; 6% on books, newspapers, transport. |
| Italy | 22% | 10%, 5%, 4% | 4% on essentials; 10% on food, transport. |
| Netherlands | 21% | 9% | 9% on food, medicine, books. |
| Spain | 21% | 10%, 4% | 4% on staple goods; 10% on transport, hotels. |
| Australia | 10% (GST) | Exempt | No GST on basic food, healthcare, education. |
| New Zealand | 15% (GST) | Few exemptions | Broad-based; minimal exemptions. |
| Canada | 5% (GST) | Varies by province | Some provinces use HST (up to 15%). |
| South Africa | 15% | Zero-rated, exempt | 0% on basic foods; health & education exempt. |
| Norway | 25% | 15%, 12% | 15% on food; 12% on transport, media. |
| Switzerland | 8.1% | 3.8%, 2.6% | 2.6% on food/books; 3.8% on hotels. |
| India | 18% (GST) | 0%, 5%, 12%, 28% | Tiered GST; 28% on luxury/sin goods. |
| Singapore | 9% | Few exemptions | Exemptions for health & financial services. |
| UAE / Gulf | 5% | Zero-rated | 0% on exports, education, healthcare. |
| Turkey | 20% | 10%, 1% | 1% on bread; 10% on food & books. |