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Austria VAT calculator

Calculate VAT for transactions in Austria easily. Current standard rate is 20%.

Austria
  • European Union Austria 20%
  • Belgium 21%
  • Bulgaria 20%
  • Croatia 25%
  • Cyprus 19%
  • Czech Republic 21%
  • Denmark 25%
  • Estonia 24%
  • Finland 25.5%
  • France 20%
  • Germany 19%
  • Greece 24%
  • Hungary 27%
  • Ireland 23%
  • Italy 22%
  • Latvia 21%
  • Lithuania 21%
  • Luxembourg 17%
  • Malta 18%
  • Netherlands 21%
  • Poland 23%
  • Portugal 23%
  • Romania 21%
  • Slovakia 23%
  • Slovenia 22%
  • Spain 21%
  • Sweden 25%
  • Other European countries Iceland 24%
  • Norway 25%
  • Switzerland 8.1%
  • Turkey 20%
  • United Kingdom 20%
€
Common amounts
Rate
%

The standard rate applies to most goods and services.

Net amount

€2,383.22

€2,500.00 including 4.9% VAT in Austria

Net amount
€2,383.22
VAT 4.9%
− €116.78
Gross amount
€2,500.00

Rates updated Source: European Commission (opens in a new tab) Instant results as you type

Recent calculations

Key information

Austria VAT rates and formulas

Rate reference

Standard The standard rate applies to most goods and services. In force since 1 Jan 1984, replacing 18%
20%
Reduced Reduced rates cover categories such as food, books, medicines or accommodation, depending on the country.
13%
Reduced Reduced rates cover categories such as food, books, medicines or accommodation, depending on the country.
10%
Super-reduced A super-reduced rate below 5% kept for a few essential goods under transitional rules.
4.9%
Currency
EUR · €
EU member
Yes
VAT number format
ATU99999999
Austria VAT rate history

Calculation reference

Adding 20% VAT

Net × 1.2 = gross

€100.00 → €120.00

Removing 20% VAT

Gross ÷ 1.2 = net

€100.00 → €83.33

For the VAT inside a price that includes 20% VAT, multiply the price by 20 and divide by 120.

Austria VAT on common amounts

At the standard rate of 20%. Open a figure for the full breakdown, ready to share.

European Union guidance

Austria VAT guide

Businesses operating in Austria must register for VAT if their annual turnover exceeds the national threshold. Foreign companies trading in Austria may need to register immediately without a threshold. The standard VAT rate of 20% applies to most goods and services.

Questions about VAT in Austria

What is the VAT rate in Austria?

The standard VAT rate in Austria is 20%. Reduced rates of 10%, 13% apply to selected goods and services.

How do I add VAT to a price in Austria?

Multiply the net price by 1.2. For example, €100.00 plus 20% VAT is €120.00.

How do I remove VAT from a price in Austria?

Divide the price including VAT by 1.2. For example, €100.00 including 20% VAT is €83.33 before VAT.

When did the VAT rate in Austria last change?

The standard rate changed from 18% to 20% on 1 January 1984.

What does a VAT number from Austria look like?

VAT numbers from Austria start with AT and follow the format ATU99999999, where 9 is a digit, L a letter and X a letter or a digit. You can check one against the EU's VIES register with the VAT number validator.