VAT Calculator Ireland

Use our free VAT calculator Ireland to instantly add VAT or remove VAT from any amount. Whether you need to calculate VAT in Ireland at the standard 23% VAT rate or apply a reduced rate, this Irish VAT calculator gives you fast, accurate results every time.

Simply enter your amount, select your Irish VAT rate, and calculate. Ideal for businesses, accountants, and consumers dealing with Value Added Tax in Ireland.

Calculate VAT Ireland — Add or Remove VAT

💡 Add VAT: Enter net price (excl. VAT) → get gross price

💡 Remove VAT: Enter gross price (incl. VAT) → get net price

VAT Formula — How to Calculate VAT in Ireland

Understanding the VAT calculation formula helps you verify results and calculate VAT manually. There are two core formulas — one to add VAT and one to remove VAT from a price in Ireland.

Formula to Add VAT

VAT Amount = Net Price × (VAT Rate / 100)

Gross Price = Net Price + VAT Amount

Example — Adding 23% VAT in Ireland

Net Price: €100.00

VAT Rate: 23%

VAT Amount: €100 × 23 / 100 = €23.00

Gross Price (incl. VAT): €123.00

Formula to Remove VAT (Reverse VAT Calculator Ireland)

Net Price = Gross Price ÷ (1 + VAT Rate / 100)

VAT Amount = Gross Price − Net Price

Example — Removing 23% VAT in Ireland

Gross Price: €123.00

VAT Rate: 23%

Net Price (excl. VAT): €123 ÷ 1.23 = €100.00

VAT Amount: €123 − €100 = €23.00

Example — Adding 13.5% VAT in Ireland

Net Price: €200.00

VAT Rate: 13.5%

VAT Amount: €200 × 13.5 / 100 = €27.00

Gross Price (incl. VAT): €227.00

How to Use the VAT Calculator Ireland

Using our online VAT calculator Ireland is quick and simple. Follow these steps to calculate VAT in Ireland in seconds.

1

Enter Your Amount

Type your amount in the input field. Enter the net price (excluding VAT) if you want to add VAT, or the gross price (including VAT) if you want to remove VAT.

2

Select the Irish VAT Rate

Choose the correct Ireland VAT rate from the dropdown — 23% standard rate, 13.5% reduced rate, 9% second reduced rate, 4.8% livestock rate, or 0% zero rate.

3

Click Add VAT or Remove VAT

Click Add VAT to calculate the gross price from a net amount. Click Remove VAT to extract the net price from a gross amount using the reverse VAT formula.

4

Read Your Results

Your results display instantly — showing the net amount, VAT amount, and gross amount clearly. Use the Reset button to start a new VAT calculation Ireland.

How to Use the Irish VAT Calculator — Video Guide

Watch our short video guide to see how to calculate VAT in Ireland using our free online VAT calculator.

Irish VAT Rates 2026

Ireland has five VAT rates set by the Revenue Commissioners. Knowing the correct Ireland VAT rate ensures accurate VAT calculation for your goods or services.

VAT Rate Rate Type Applies To
23% Standard Rate Most goods and services — electronics, clothing, vehicles, professional services
13.5% Reduced Rate Construction, hotel accommodation, veterinary fees, cleaning services
9% Second Reduced Rate Electricity and gas (temporary reduction extended to 2030 by Budget 2026), restaurants and catering (from 1 July 2026), hairdressing (from 1 July 2026), new apartments, newspapers
4.8% Livestock Rate Cattle, pigs, sheep, greyhounds
0% Zero Rate Children’s clothing, most food, oral medicines, books, seeds

VAT rates in Ireland are governed by the Value Added Tax Consolidation Act 2010 and administered by Revenue.ie. Rates are subject to change — always verify with Revenue for the latest figures.

Budget 2026 Update: From 1 July 2026, the VAT rate for restaurant, catering, and hairdressing services will permanently reduce from 13.5% to 9%. If you are in one of these sectors, use the 9% rate for transactions from that date.

What Goods and Services Does VAT Apply To in Ireland?

In Ireland, Value Added Tax applies to most goods and services sold by VAT-registered businesses. Understanding which VAT rate applies ensures accurate VAT calculation and compliance with Revenue Commissioners requirements. We also cover UK VAT calculator, South Africa VAT calculator, and UAE VAT calculator.

Standard Rate — 23%

The 23% VAT rate applies to the majority of goods and services in Ireland including:

  • Electronics and electrical goods
  • Adult clothing and footwear
  • Motor vehicles and fuel
  • Alcohol and tobacco
  • Household goods and furniture
  • Professional services (legal, accounting, consultancy)
  • Telecommunications and internet services
  • Software and digital downloads

Reduced Rate — 13.5%

The 13.5% VAT rate applies to:

  • Construction and building services
  • Hotel accommodation
  • Veterinary fees
  • Cleaning and maintenance services
  • Photography services
  • Driving lessons

Second Reduced Rate — 9%

The 9% VAT rate applies to:

  • Electricity and gas (temporary reduction extended to 2030 by Budget 2026)
  • Restaurants and catering services (from 1 July 2026)
  • Hairdressing services (from 1 July 2026)
  • New apartments (from 8 October 2025)
  • Newspapers and news periodicals (print and digital)
  • Live theatrical and musical performances

Livestock Rate — 4.8%

The 4.8% VAT rate applies to:

  • Cattle, pigs and sheep
  • Greyhounds

Zero Rate — 0%

The 0% VAT rate applies to:

  • Most food products (bread, vegetables, meat, dairy)
  • Children’s clothing and footwear
  • Oral medicines and certain health products
  • Books (print and digital)
  • Seeds and plants for food production
  • Exports outside the EU
  • Solar panels on school buildings
  • Period products and defibrillators

VAT Exempt Supplies

VAT exempt supplies are different from zero-rated supplies. With zero-rated goods, no VAT is charged but the supplier can still reclaim VAT paid on their inputs. With exempt supplies, no VAT is charged and the supplier cannot reclaim input VAT — making VAT a real cost to the business. Exempt supplies include:

  • Financial and insurance services
  • Medical services from registered professionals
  • Education from approved providers
  • Residential property rental
  • Postal services