Add or remove VAT at Switzerland's standard rate of 8.1%. Pre-set to CHF — switch modes to work forwards from a net price or backwards from a VAT-inclusive total.
CHF 200.00 × 1.081 = CHF 216.20
Adding 8.1% VAT to a watch strap priced at CHF 200.00 (net) gives CHF 216.20 gross — that's CHF 16.20 of VAT.
CHF 60.00 ÷ 1.081 = CHF 55.50
Removing 8.1% VAT from a fondue dinner marked CHF 60.00 (gross) leaves CHF 55.50 net — the VAT portion is CHF 4.50.
| Rate | Applies to |
|---|---|
| 8.1% standard | Most goods and services |
| 3.8% | Accommodation & hotel stays |
| 2.6% | Food, non-alcoholic drinks, books, medicines |
Businesses in Switzerland generally must register for VAT once taxable turnover reaches CHF 100,000 worldwide turnover. VAT registration and returns are administered by Federal Tax Administration (FTA/ESTV).
The standard VAT rate in Switzerland is 8.1%. Reduced rates of 3.8%, 2.6% apply to items such as accommodation & hotel stays. (Rates as of 2026-07-13.)
Divide the VAT-inclusive price by 1.081 (that is, 1 + 8.1%). Removing 8.1% VAT from a fondue dinner marked CHF 60.00 (gross) leaves CHF 55.50 net — the VAT portion is CHF 4.50.
Multiply the net price by 1.081. Adding 8.1% VAT to a watch strap priced at CHF 200.00 (net) gives CHF 216.20 gross — that's CHF 16.20 of VAT.
You must register for VAT in Switzerland once your taxable turnover reaches CHF 100,000 worldwide turnover. Registration is handled by Federal Tax Administration (FTA/ESTV).
Rates and thresholds shown as of 2026-07-13. Tax rules change — confirm current figures with Federal Tax Administration (FTA/ESTV) before relying on them.