Colombia VAT calculator 2026
Add or remove 19% VAT for Colombia.
- Net (excl. VAT)
- COPย 100
- VAT
- COPย 19
- Gross (incl. VAT)
- COPย 119
How VAT works in Colombia
The standard VAT rate in Colombia is 19%, applied to most goods and services. For example, adding VAT to a net price of COPย 100 adds COPย 19 in tax for a gross price of COPย 119; removing VAT from COPย 119 gives back the COPย 100 net price. Colombia also applies reduced rates of 5% to certain categories such as food, books or medicine.
| Rate type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Standard rate | 19% |
| Reduced rate | 5% |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the VAT rate in Colombia?
The standard VAT rate in Colombia is 19%. Reduced rates may apply to specific goods and services.
How do I remove VAT from a gross price?
Switch to remove mode and enter the gross amount. We divide it by 1 plus the VAT rate to get the net price.
How do I add VAT to a net price?
Use add mode and enter the net amount. We multiply it by 1 plus the VAT rate to get the gross price including VAT.
Are reduced VAT rates included?
The calculator uses the standard rate of 19% by default. Many countries apply reduced rates to food, books or medicine, so check the rate for your specific category.
Is the VAT rate up to date?
We use the current standard rate for Colombia (19%). Rates change only when the law changes, and we update them when that happens.
Approximate 2026 estimate. Simplified model, verify before relying on it. Not tax advice.
Rates updated June 2026