VAT (Value Added Tax) isn’t a single worldwide number – it depends on the country. For example, in the UK in the 2025/26 tax year, the standard VAT rate is 20%, with reduced (5%) and zero (0%) rates for specific items.

Quick Scoop: How much is VAT?

  • In the UK , the main (standard) VAT rate is 20% on most goods and services.
  • There is usually a reduced rate (like 5% in the UK) for things such as domestic energy or children’s car seats.
  • Some items are zero‑rated (0%) or exempt , typically essentials like certain foods and children’s clothes in the UK.

Because VAT is set by each country, the exact percentage where you are may be different (for example, many EU countries have standard rates between about 20–25%, plus one or more reduced rates).

Simple example (UK standard rate 20%)

  • Net price: £100
  • VAT at 20%: £20
  • Total price (gross): £120

If you tell me your country, I can give you the current standard VAT rate there and any common reduced rates.

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