VAT Rates by Country
Standard and reduced VAT and GST rates for 55+ countries, with a calculator for each.
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This page lists the VAT rates by country used in our calculator. That’s more than 55 countries with value-added tax or an equivalent GST or consumption tax. Pick a country in the calculator above to apply its rate instantly.
Europe
| Country | Standard | Reduced |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 20% | 5%, 0% |
| Norway | 25% | 15%, 12% |
| Switzerland | 8.1% | 3.8%, 2.6% |
| Iceland | 24% | 11% |
| Turkey | 20% | 10%, 1% |
For the 27 EU member states, see the EU VAT calculator.
Middle East & Africa
| Country | Standard | Reduced |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | 5% | 0% |
| Saudi Arabia | 15% | 0% |
| Bahrain | 10% | 0% |
| Oman | 5% | 0% |
| Israel | 18% | 0% |
| Egypt | 14% | – |
| South Africa | 15% | 0% |
| Nigeria | 7.5% | 0% |
| Kenya | 16% | 8%, 0% |
| Morocco | 20% | 14%, 10%, 7% |
Asia-Pacific
| Country | Rate | Tax |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | 10% | GST |
| New Zealand | 15% | GST |
| Singapore | 9% | GST |
| Japan | 10% (8% reduced) | Consumption tax |
| China | 13% (9%, 6%) | VAT |
| South Korea | 10% | VAT |
| Philippines | 12% | VAT |
| Thailand | 7% | VAT |
| Pakistan | 18% | Sales tax |
| Bangladesh | 15% | VAT |
| Sri Lanka | 18% | VAT |
Latin America
| Country | Standard | Tax |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | 16% | IVA |
| Chile | 19% | IVA |
| Argentina | 21% | IVA |
| Colombia | 19% | IVA |
| Peru | 18% | IGV |
Open a ready-made calculator: UK, UAE, Saudi Arabia, South Africa or EU.
Sources: Sources: the European Commission’s TEDB rates database, HMRC VAT rates and national tax authorities such as ZATCA and SARS.
FAQ
Which country has the highest VAT rate?
Hungary’s 27% standard rate is the highest of the countries listed here. Several Nordic countries charge 25%.
Which countries have the lowest VAT?
The UAE and Oman charge 5%, Thailand 7% and Nigeria 7.5%. Switzerland’s standard rate is 8.1%.
How often do VAT rates change?
Governments change rates in their budgets, often at the start of a tax year. Always confirm the current rate with the local tax authority.