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VAT calculator

Add Irish VAT to a net price, or take it out of a price that already includes it.

I have a price
VAT rate
Price including VAT 

This is an estimate for general information, based on the rates and rules described on this page. It is not financial, tax or legal advice and does not take account of your full circumstances. Check your own position with the relevant official source before making a decision. Terms of use.

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How VAT is worked out

To add VAT, multiply the net price by the rate. To remove it, divide the gross price by 1 plus the rate; the difference is the VAT.

Example. A builder quotes €8,000 plus VAT at 13.5%. The VAT is €1,080, so you pay €9,080. If the quote had been €8,000 including VAT, the price before VAT would be €7,048.46 and the VAT €951.54.

Irish VAT rates

RateApplies to (examples)
23%Most goods and services, adult clothing, electronics, alcohol
13.5%Electricity and gas, building work, car repairs, hairdressing
9%Restaurant and cafe food, newspapers, sports facilities
4.8%Livestock and greyhounds
0%Most food, children's clothing and footwear, books, oral medicine

Sources

Rates last checked 10 October 2026. Every figure is listed on rates and sources.

Questions

How do I remove VAT from a price?
Divide the price by 1 plus the VAT rate. For 23% VAT, divide by 1.23: a price of €123 is €100 before VAT and €23 of VAT. Taking 23% off the gross price gives the wrong answer.
What are the VAT rates in Ireland?
The standard rate is 23%. The reduced rate is 13.5%, the second reduced rate is 9%, livestock is 4.8%, and some goods are zero rated.
Which VAT rate applies to restaurant food?
Food and catering services in restaurants and cafes moved to the 9% rate on 1 July 2026. Alcohol and soft drinks sold with the meal stay at 23%.
Do I have to register for VAT?
Businesses must register once turnover passes the registration thresholds set by Revenue: €42,500 for services and €85,000 for goods in 2026. You can also register voluntarily below these.

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