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VAT calculator Switzerland

Add VAT to a net price or take it out of a gross price at the current Switzerland rates – 8.1% standard plus the reduced rates.

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VAT rates in Switzerland

RateApplies to
8.1%Standard rate – everything that is not reduced
3.8%The special rate for accommodation (hotel nights including breakfast)
2.6%Food (not in restaurants), non-alcoholic drinks, books, newspapers and medicines

Switzerland is not in the EU and has its own, much lower VAT: Mehrwertsteuer (MWST) in German, TVA in French and IVA in Italian. The rates have applied since 1 January 2024. Liechtenstein uses the same Swiss VAT rates.

How to add 8.1% VAT

Multiply the net price by 1.081:

Gross = Net × 1.081

Example: a net price of CHF 1,000 × 1.081 = CHF 1,081. The VAT is CHF 81.

How to remove VAT from a gross price

Divide the price that includes VAT by 1.081. Do not simply subtract 8.1% – that gives the wrong answer, because VAT is a percentage of the net price.

Net = Gross ÷ 1.081

Example: CHF 540.50 ÷ 1.081 = CHF 500 net, so the VAT is CHF 40.50.

Reduced rate example: a price of CHF 102.60 including 2.6% VAT is CHF 100 net + CHF 2.60 VAT.

When do you have to charge Swiss VAT?

A business must register for Swiss VAT once its worldwide turnover from taxable supplies reaches CHF 100,000 a year. Below that it is exempt, but can choose to register voluntarily. Restaurant meals are taxed at the standard 8.1%, while the same food bought in a shop is taxed at 2.6%.

How to use this calculator

  1. Switzerland is already selected with its standard rate of 8.1%. Tap a reduced rate if it applies to your product or service.
  2. Choose Add VAT for a net amount or Remove VAT for a price that already includes VAT.
  3. Type the amount – the net price, the VAT and the gross total update instantly, together with the formula.

Rates last checked on 1 November 2026. Which rate applies depends on the exact product or service – for your own case, check the Swiss Federal Tax Administration (estv.admin.ch).

Frequently asked questions

What is the VAT rate in Switzerland?
The standard rate is 8.1%. Reduced rates of 3.8% and 2.6% apply to certain goods and services, such as food (not in restaurants), non-alcoholic drinks, books, newspapers and medicines.
How do I calculate 8.1% VAT backwards?
Divide the gross price by 1.081. For example CHF 540.50 ÷ 1.081 = CHF 500 net, so the VAT included is CHF 40.50.
What is VAT called in Switzerland?
It is called MWST / TVA / IVA. The tax works the same way as VAT everywhere in Europe: businesses add it to their prices and pay it to the tax authority, and consumers pay it as part of the price.

Last reviewed: November 13, 2026

Results are estimates for general information only and are not financial, tax, medical or legal advice. Check important figures with a qualified professional.