Netherlands VAT calculator 2026
Add or remove 21% VAT for Netherlands.
- Net (excl. VAT)
- โฌ100.00
- VAT
- โฌ21.00
- Gross (incl. VAT)
- โฌ121.00
How VAT works in Netherlands
The standard VAT rate in Netherlands is 21%, applied to most goods and services. For example, adding VAT to a net price of โฌ100.00 adds โฌ21.00 in tax for a gross price of โฌ121.00; removing VAT from โฌ121.00 gives back the โฌ100.00 net price. Netherlands also applies reduced rates of 9% to certain categories such as food, books or medicine.
| Rate type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Standard rate | 21% |
| Reduced rate | 9% |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the VAT rate in Netherlands?
The standard VAT rate in Netherlands is 21%. 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 21% 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 Netherlands (21%). 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