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Calculate VAT for transactions in Netherlands easily. Current standard rate is 21.00%.

Rate
Custom %
Netherlands
Net Amount
€100.00
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Adding 21.00% VAT

Gross = Net × 1.21
Example: €100 net → €121.00 gross

Removing 21.00% VAT

Net = Gross ÷ 1.21
Example: €100 gross → €82.64 net

Current VAT Rates

VAT Rates - Netherlands

Standard Rate
21.00%
Reduced Rate
9%

Key Information

Country Code
nl
Currency
Standard Rate
21.00%
VAT Number Format
nlXXXXXXXXX
EU Member
Yes
VIES Validation
Available

Netherlands VAT Guide

VAT Registration & Compliance

Businesses operating in Netherlands must register for VAT if their annual turnover exceeds the national threshold. Foreign companies trading in Netherlands may need to register immediately without a threshold. The standard VAT rate of 21.00% applies to most goods and services.

Rate Structure

Netherlands applies different VAT rates depending on the product or service:

  • Standard Rate (21.00%) — applies to most goods and services
  • Reduced Rate (9%) — applies to essential goods like food, books, and pharmaceuticals

Frequently Asked Questions

The standard VAT rate in Netherlands is 21.00%. This is applied to most goods and services. Reduced rates may apply to certain categories. Reduced Rate (9%) — applies to essential goods like food, books, and pharmaceuticals
Multiply the net price by 1.21. For example, €100 × 1.21 = €121.00 including 21.00% VAT.
Divide the gross price by 1.21. For example, €121.00 ÷ 1.21 = €100.00 net price.
VAT numbers in Netherlands start with the country code nl followed by digits. The format is nlXXXXXXXXX.
If your business exceeds the national VAT registration threshold in Netherlands, you must register. Foreign companies selling to consumers may also need to register under the EU's One-Stop Shop (OSS) scheme.

VAT Rates Map

Standard VAT Rate

≥25%
23-24%
21-22%
20%
19%
<19%

Summary

Netherlands

Standard Rate
21.00%

VAT Rates

Standard Rate
21.00%
Reduced Rate
9%