VAT Calculator – Convert Gross Net Online
Convert Gross ↔ Net quickly and easily for Austria, Germany and Switzerland.
VAT Calculator
Convert Gross ↔ Net quickly
How the Gross Net Calculator Works
With this free online VAT calculator you can quickly convert between gross and net amounts. The calculator works for Germany (19% VAT), Austria (20% VAT) and Switzerland (8.1% VAT).
Remove VAT (Gross to Net)
Want to calculate the net amount from a gross price? This is also called "reverse VAT calculation".
Formula for 19% VAT (Germany):
Net = Gross / 1.19Example:
119.00 gross / 1.19 = 100.00 net
VAT amount: 19.00
Add VAT (Net to Gross)
Have a net amount and want to calculate the VAT? This is also called "adding VAT".
Formula for 19% VAT:
Gross = Net x 1.19Example:
100.00 net x 1.19 = 119.00 gross
VAT amount: 19.00
VAT Rates in Germany, Austria and Switzerland
| Country | Standard | Reduced | Applies to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Germany | 19% | 7% | Food, books, public transport |
| Austria | 20% | 13% / 10% | Accommodation / Food |
| Switzerland | 8.1% | 3.8% / 2.6% | Basic goods / Hotels |
FAQ about VAT Calculation
The standard VAT rate in Austria is 20%. Reduced rates are 13% (e.g., for accommodation, cultural events) and 10% (e.g., for food, books, public transport).
Formula: Net = Gross / (1 + VAT rate/100). At 20% VAT: Net = Gross / 1.20. Example: €100 Gross / 1.20 = €83.33 Net. The VAT is then €100 - €83.33 = €16.67.
VAT (Value Added Tax) and sales tax are similar but collected differently. VAT is collected at each production stage, while sales tax is only collected at final sale. In the DACH region, VAT is the standard system.
The standard VAT rate in Switzerland is 8.1% (since 2024). Reduced rates are 3.8% (for basic necessities) and 2.6% (special rate for accommodation).
Formula: Gross = Net × (1 + VAT rate/100). At 19% VAT: Gross = Net × 1.19. Example: €100 Net × 1.19 = €119 Gross.
Multiply the net amount by 1.19 to get the gross amount. Example: €100 net × 1.19 = €119 gross. To reverse calculate VAT, divide the gross amount by 1.19.
Reverse VAT calculation means finding the net amount and VAT from a gross price. At 19% VAT: Gross ÷ 1.19 = Net. At 20% VAT: Gross ÷ 1.20 = Net. Our VAT calculator does this automatically.
The reduced rate of 7% applies in Germany for: food (except beverages), books, newspapers, magazines, public transport, hotel accommodation, artworks and plants. Restaurant meals have 19% again since 2024.
Gross is the total amount including VAT (what the customer pays). Net is the amount without VAT (what remains with the seller before taxes). The difference is the VAT amount paid to the tax office.
The standard VAT rate in Germany is 19% (regular rate). The reduced rate is 7%. These rates have been unchanged since 2007. The temporary reduction during COVID (16%/5%) ended in January 2021.