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Sweden VAT calculator

Calculate VAT for transactions in Sweden easily. Current standard rate is 25%.

Sweden
  • 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%
kr
Common amounts
Rate
%

The standard rate applies to most goods and services.

Net amount

SEK 9,174.31

SEK 10,000.00 including 25% VAT in Sweden

Net amount
SEK 9,174.31
VAT 25%
− SEK 825.69
Gross amount
SEK 10,000.00

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

Recent calculations

Key information

Sweden VAT rates and formulas

Rate reference

Standard The standard rate applies to most goods and services. In force since 1 Jul 1990, replacing 23.46%
25%
Reduced Reduced rates cover categories such as food, books, medicines or accommodation, depending on the country.
12%
Reduced Reduced rates cover categories such as food, books, medicines or accommodation, depending on the country.
6%
Currency
SEK · kr
EU member
Yes
VAT number format
SE999999999901
Sweden VAT rate history

Calculation reference

Adding 25% VAT

Net × 1.25 = gross

SEK 100.00 → SEK 125.00

Removing 25% VAT

Gross ÷ 1.25 = net

SEK 100.00 → SEK 80.00

For the VAT inside a price that includes 25% VAT, multiply the price by 25 and divide by 125.

Sweden VAT on common amounts

At the standard rate of 25%. Open a figure for the full breakdown, ready to share.

European Union guidance

Sweden VAT guide

Businesses operating in Sweden must register for VAT if their annual turnover exceeds the national threshold. Foreign companies trading in Sweden may need to register immediately without a threshold. The standard VAT rate of 25% applies to most goods and services.

Questions about VAT in Sweden

What is the VAT rate in Sweden?

The standard VAT rate in Sweden is 25%. Reduced rates of 6%, 12% apply to selected goods and services.

How do I add VAT to a price in Sweden?

Multiply the net price by 1.25. For example, SEK 100.00 plus 25% VAT is SEK 125.00.

How do I remove VAT from a price in Sweden?

Divide the price including VAT by 1.25. For example, SEK 100.00 including 25% VAT is SEK 80.00 before VAT.

When did the VAT rate in Sweden last change?

The standard rate changed from 23.46% to 25% on 1 July 1990.

What does a VAT number from Sweden look like?

VAT numbers from Sweden start with SE and follow the format SE999999999901, 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.