Add or remove VAT at Netherlands's standard rate of 21%. Pre-set to EUR — switch modes to work forwards from a net price or backwards from a VAT-inclusive total.
€90.00 × 1.21 = €108.90
Adding 21% VAT to a bicycle repair priced at €90.00 (net) gives €108.90 gross — that's €18.90 of VAT.
€250.00 ÷ 1.21 = €206.61
Removing 21% VAT from a coat marked €250.00 (gross) leaves €206.61 net — the VAT portion is €43.39.
| Rate | Applies to |
|---|---|
| 21% standard | Most goods and services |
| 9% | Food, water, books, medicines, public transport |
Businesses in Netherlands generally must register for VAT once taxable turnover reaches €20,000 turnover (KOR small-business scheme). VAT registration and returns are administered by Belastingdienst.
The standard VAT rate in Netherlands is 21%. Reduced rates of 9% apply to items such as food, water, books, medicines, public transport. (Rates as of 2026-07-13.)
Divide the VAT-inclusive price by 1.21 (that is, 1 + 21%). Removing 21% VAT from a coat marked €250.00 (gross) leaves €206.61 net — the VAT portion is €43.39.
Multiply the net price by 1.21. Adding 21% VAT to a bicycle repair priced at €90.00 (net) gives €108.90 gross — that's €18.90 of VAT.
You must register for VAT in Netherlands once your taxable turnover reaches €20,000 turnover (KOR small-business scheme). Registration is handled by Belastingdienst.
Rates and thresholds shown as of 2026-07-13. Tax rules change — confirm current figures with Belastingdienst before relying on them.