🇨🇭 Switzerland VAT Calculator
Calculate Swiss VAT (MWST/TVA) with the standard rate of 8.1%.
Quick calculator
CHF
Net price-
Tax amount-
Gross price-
How to calculate
Add VAT: net price × 1.081 = gross price.
Remove VAT: gross price ÷ 1.081 = net price.
Calculation Examples — 8.1%
| Net | VAT 8.1% | Gross |
|---|---|---|
| CHF 100.00 | CHF 8.10 | CHF 108.10 |
| CHF 500.00 | CHF 40.50 | CHF 540.50 |
| CHF 1000.00 | CHF 81.00 | CHF 1081.00 |
Compare with neighbors
| Country | Std Rate | vs Switzerland |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland ★ | 8.1% | — |
| 🇦🇹 Austria | 20% | +11.9% |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | 19% | +10.9% |
| 🇫🇷 France | 20% | +11.9% |
| 🇮🇹 Italy | 22% | +13.9% |
Key facts
| Registration threshold | CHF 100,000/yr |
| Filing frequency | Quarterly |
Good to know: Switzerland has the lowest VAT rates in Europe, with a super-reduced 2.6% rate for food, medicine, and books. Returns can be filed quarterly, semi-annually, or annually.
Official source
Eidgenössische Steuerverwaltung
Reference only. Verify rates and exemptions with the official tax authority before filing or invoicing.
Rates verified May 2026Report incorrect rate →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the VAT rate in Switzerland?
The standard VAT rate in Switzerland is 8.1%. Reduced rates also apply: 3.8%, 2.6%.
How do I add VAT in Switzerland?
Multiply the net price by 1.081. For example, CHF 100 net becomes CHF 108.10 gross.
How do I remove VAT in Switzerland?
Divide the gross price by 1.081. For example, CHF 108.10 gross becomes CHF 100 net.
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