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VAT Calculator — Frequently Asked Questions

How do I add VAT to a price?

Enter your net (before tax) amount, set the VAT/GST rate, and click Add Tax. The calculator instantly shows you the tax amount and the gross (total including tax) price.

How do I remove VAT from a price?

Enter the gross (tax-inclusive) amount, set the rate, and click Remove Tax. The calculator works backwards to show you the original net price and the exact tax component.

What is the VAT rate in the UAE?

The UAE VAT rate is 5%. Select the 5% preset or type 5 in the custom rate field to calculate UAE VAT instantly.

What is the VAT rate in the UK?

The standard UK VAT rate is 20%. Reduced rate is 5% for certain goods and services. Select the 20% preset for standard UK VAT calculations.

What is GST in Australia?

Australian GST (Goods and Services Tax) is 10%. Select the 10% preset to calculate Australian GST easily.

Can I use a custom tax rate?

Yes. Type any rate into the custom rate field — for example 7.5% for US Sales Tax, 18% for India GST, or any other rate used in your country.

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How to Add VAT to a Price

To add VAT to a net (before tax) amount: enter the amount, type your VAT rate, select Add Tax and the calculator instantly shows you the gross price (including tax) and the exact VAT amount. The formula used is: Gross = Net × (1 + Rate/100). For example, AED 1,000 + 5% UAE VAT = AED 1,050 gross (VAT amount: AED 50).

How to Remove VAT from a Price

To remove VAT from a VAT-inclusive (gross) price: enter the gross amount, set your rate, and select Remove Tax. The formula is: Net = Gross ÷ (1 + Rate/100). For example, a £120 UK price including 20% VAT gives a net price of £100 (VAT component: £20).

VAT, GST and Sales Tax Rates by Country

🇦🇪 UAE — 5% VAT

Standard VAT rate introduced January 2018. Applies to most goods and services. Use the 5% preset.

🇬🇧 UK — 20% VAT

Standard rate. Reduced rate of 5% applies to some goods. Zero-rated for essentials like food and children's clothing.

🇦🇺 Australia — 10% GST

Goods and Services Tax at 10% on most goods and services. Businesses over AUD 75,000 must register.

🇮🇳 India — 5–28% GST

GST applies at 5%, 12%, 18%, or 28% depending on the category of goods or services.

🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia — 15% VAT

VAT rate increased from 5% to 15% in July 2020. Applies to most goods and services.

🇺🇸 USA — 0–10% Sales Tax

No federal VAT. State and local sales tax varies — typically 0% to 10.25% depending on the state and city.

When Do You Need to Charge VAT?

You must register for VAT and charge it on your invoices once your annual business revenue exceeds your country's VAT registration threshold. In the UK this is £90,000 per year; in the UAE it is AED 375,000; in Australia it is AUD 75,000. If you are VAT-registered, your VAT registration number must appear on every invoice — use the ToolsLoop Invoice Generator to add your VAT/TRN number automatically to every PDF invoice.

Why Use ToolsLoop VAT Calculator?

Unlike basic calculators, ToolsLoop's VAT Calculator supports both adding and removing tax in one simple interface. It includes preset rates for the most common countries, accepts any custom rate, and works entirely in your browser — your data is never sent to any server. No login, no fees, no limits.

VAT Calculator — Frequently Asked Questions

What is VAT?

VAT (Value Added Tax) is a consumption tax applied to goods and services at each stage of production and sale. It is ultimately paid by the end consumer. Businesses collect VAT on behalf of the government and can usually reclaim the VAT they pay on their own business expenses.

What is the difference between VAT and GST?

VAT and GST are essentially the same type of tax — a consumption tax collected at each stage of the supply chain. Countries use different names: VAT is used in the UK, UAE, and EU; GST (Goods and Services Tax) is used in Australia, India, Canada, New Zealand, and Singapore. The calculation method is identical.

How do I calculate VAT on an invoice?

Multiply the net (before tax) amount by the VAT rate percentage, then add it to the net amount. Example: Net £500 × 20% VAT = £100 VAT. Total invoice = £600. The ToolsLoop VAT Calculator does this automatically — just enter the amount and rate.

Can I use this calculator for any country?

Yes. The VAT Calculator works for any country and any tax rate. It includes presets for UAE (5%), UK (20%), Australia (10%), and allows you to enter any custom rate for countries like India, Saudi Arabia, Canada, or US sales tax.

Is VAT the same as income tax?

No. VAT is a tax on sales of goods and services, collected from customers and paid to the government by the business. Income tax is a tax on your profits or earnings. They are completely separate taxes.

Do freelancers need to charge VAT?

Only if your annual revenue exceeds the VAT registration threshold in your country. Below that threshold, you are not required to charge VAT. Check your country's official tax authority website for the current threshold.

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