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Poland VAT calculator

Calculate VAT for transactions in Poland easily. Current standard rate is 23%.

Poland
  • 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%
zł
Common amounts
Rate
%

The standard rate applies to most goods and services.

Total (incl. VAT)

PLN 532.50

PLN 500.00 plus 23% VAT in Poland

Net amount
PLN 500.00
VAT 23%
+ PLN 32.50
Gross amount
PLN 532.50

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

Recent calculations

Key information

Poland VAT rates and formulas

Rate reference

Standard The standard rate applies to most goods and services. In force since 1 Jan 2011, replacing 22%
23%
Reduced Reduced rates cover categories such as food, books, medicines or accommodation, depending on the country.
8%
Reduced Reduced rates cover categories such as food, books, medicines or accommodation, depending on the country.
5%
Currency
PLN · zł
EU member
Yes
VAT number format
PL9999999999
Poland VAT rate history

Calculation reference

Adding 23% VAT

Net × 1.23 = gross

PLN 100.00 → PLN 123.00

Removing 23% VAT

Gross ÷ 1.23 = net

PLN 100.00 → PLN 81.30

For the VAT inside a price that includes 23% VAT, multiply the price by 23 and divide by 123.

Poland VAT on common amounts

At the standard rate of 23%. Open a figure for the full breakdown, ready to share.

European Union guidance

Poland VAT guide

Businesses operating in Poland must register for VAT if their annual turnover exceeds the national threshold. Foreign companies trading in Poland may need to register immediately without a threshold. The standard VAT rate of 23% applies to most goods and services.

Questions about VAT in Poland

What is the VAT rate in Poland?

The standard VAT rate in Poland is 23%. Reduced rates of 5%, 8% apply to selected goods and services.

How do I add VAT to a price in Poland?

Multiply the net price by 1.23. For example, PLN 100.00 plus 23% VAT is PLN 123.00.

How do I remove VAT from a price in Poland?

Divide the price including VAT by 1.23. For example, PLN 100.00 including 23% VAT is PLN 81.30 before VAT.

When did the VAT rate in Poland last change?

The standard rate changed from 22% to 23% on 1 January 2011.

What does a VAT number from Poland look like?

VAT numbers from Poland start with PL and follow the format PL9999999999, 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.