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🇳🇱 Netherlands VAT Calculator

Calculate Dutch VAT (BTW) with the standard rate of 21%.

Quick calculator

Net price-
Tax amount-
Gross price-

How to calculate

Add VAT: net price × 1.21 = gross price.
Remove VAT: gross price ÷ 1.21 = net price.

Calculation Examples — 21%

Net VAT 21% Gross
€ 100.00€ 21.00€ 121.00
€ 500.00€ 105.00€ 605.00
€ 1000.00€ 210.00€ 1210.00

Compare with neighbors

Country Std Rate vs Netherlands
Netherlands ★21%
🇧🇪 Belgium21%=
🇩🇪 Germany19%-2%
🇫🇷 France20%-1%
🇮🇪 Ireland23%+2%

Key facts

Registration threshold€20,000/yr (KOR scheme)
Filing frequencyQuarterly

Good to know: The KOR small business scheme provides full VAT exemption for annual turnover below €20,000. The 9% reduced rate covers food, water, medicines, and cultural events.

Official source

Belastingdienst

Reference only. Verify rates and exemptions with the official tax authority before filing or invoicing.

Rates verified August 2026Report incorrect rate →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the VAT rate in Netherlands?

The standard VAT rate in Netherlands is 21%. Reduced rates also apply: 9%.

How do I add VAT in Netherlands?

Multiply the net price by 1.21. For example, € 100 net becomes € 121.00 gross.

How do I remove VAT in Netherlands?

Divide the gross price by 1.21. For example, € 121.00 gross becomes € 100 net.

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