VAT Calculator
Add or remove VAT on amounts using Sweden's common VAT rates (25%, 12%, 6%).
FAQ
What is VAT (moms) in Sweden?
VAT (moms) is a consumption tax added to many goods and services. In Sweden, common VAT rates are 25% (standard), 12% (reduced), and 6% (lowest).
How do I add VAT to a net amount?
Choose “Add VAT”, enter the net amount (excluding VAT), and select the VAT rate. The calculator shows the VAT amount and the gross total (including VAT).
How do I remove VAT from a gross amount?
Choose “Remove VAT”, enter the gross amount (including VAT), and select the VAT rate. The calculator extracts the VAT amount and shows the net amount.
What’s the difference between net and gross?
Net is the amount excluding VAT. Gross is the total including VAT. For pricing and invoices, it’s important to be clear about which one you’re using.
Are all goods and services subject to VAT?
No. Some areas can be VAT-exempt (for example parts of healthcare and education). This calculator covers the common rates when VAT is applicable.
How does the VAT calculator work?
The VAT calculator helps you quickly calculate gross and net amounts using Sweden's common VAT rates. Enter an amount, select a VAT rate (25%, 12%, or 6%), and choose whether to add or remove VAT. The calculator immediately shows the net amount, VAT amount, and gross amount.
Sweden's VAT rates
Sweden has three main VAT rates: 25% (standard rate) for most goods and services, 12% (reduced rate) for food, hotels, and restaurants, and 6% (lowest rate) for books, newspapers, and certain cultural services. Some services like healthcare and education are VAT-exempt.
Use the calculator in your business
As a business owner, you often need to calculate the correct price including VAT or extract VAT from a gross amount. The calculator makes it easy to check invoices, set prices, and prepare VAT reporting. It clearly shows all three amounts so you can verify the calculations.
About VAT (moms) in Sweden
VAT (moms) is a consumption tax that’s added to many goods and services. In Sweden, the most common VAT rates are 25%, 12%, and 6%.
This article explains how VAT works and how to use the calculator to add or remove VAT correctly.
Net vs gross (the most common confusion)
- Net amount: price excluding VAT.
- Gross amount: total price including VAT.
If you’re checking an invoice or setting a price, always confirm whether the amount is net or gross.
When do you add VAT?
Use Add VAT when you have a net amount (excl. VAT) and want to calculate:
- VAT amount
- Gross amount (incl. VAT)
This is common when setting prices for customers.
When do you remove VAT?
Use Remove VAT when you have a gross amount (incl. VAT) and want to extract:
- VAT amount
- Net amount (excl. VAT)
This is common when you receive a total price and need the VAT part for bookkeeping.
Practical tips
- Choose the correct VAT rate for the good/service you’re working with.
- Some areas can be VAT-exempt (for example parts of healthcare and education). If VAT does not apply, the calculator is not needed.
- Rounding matters on invoices—treat the calculator as a clear estimate, then match your invoice rounding rules.