VAT Calculator

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Value Added Tax (VAT, KDV in Turkish) is a consumption tax added at each stage of production and distribution, ultimately paid by the final consumer. Turkey's VAT system has three main rates as of 2026: 20% (standard), 10% (reduced — most food, hospitality, books, some services), and 1% (basic foodstuffs, newspapers, some agricultural inputs). The exact rate depends on the goods or service category.

The calculator does both directions: adding VAT to a net price to get gross, and removing VAT from a gross price to get net. Both are common needs — sellers usually price in gross; bookkeepers and exporters need the net. The math is simple but error-prone: the most common mistake is dividing by 0.20 instead of 1.20 when computing the VAT portion of a gross amount.

Businesses pay VAT on what they buy (input VAT) and collect VAT on what they sell (output VAT). The difference is remitted to the tax authority monthly. End consumers cannot reclaim VAT (with limited tourist exceptions). This calculator treats VAT from the end-user perspective by default; for B2B accounting, both directions of the calculation are still useful.

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Reading a receipt. A receipt says "Total 1,200 TL, including 20% VAT." The VAT portion is 1,200 × (20/120) = 200, and net is 1,000. Not 1,200 × 0.20 = 240, which would imply a net of 960.

Quoting B2B. Suppliers and consultants in Türkiye usually quote a net price and add KDV. A 50,000 TL net quote becomes 60,000 TL gross to the buyer. If the buyer is also VAT-registered, they will offset the 10,000 KDV against their output VAT.

Mixed-rate cart. A grocery cart with 1% items (bread, milk), 10% items (most prepared foods), and 20% items (cleaning products) needs item-by-item VAT calculation. The total VAT is the sum, not a single rate applied to the cart total.

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Dividing by 0.20 instead of 1.20. The most common error. To extract VAT from a gross amount at 20%, divide by 1.20 (gives the net) or multiply by 20/120 (gives the VAT).

Mixing rates. Don't apply the standard rate to items in the reduced category. A 10% rate item shouldn't be billed at 20% — and over-billing is a real problem for customers and a compliance issue for sellers.

Forgetting exemption status. Exports, some health and education services, and certain banking transactions are VAT-exempt in Türkiye. Verify the category before adding VAT.

Adding VAT twice. A common B2B error: a quote is gross but treated as net, and VAT is added again. Always confirm whether a quoted price includes VAT before billing.

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What are Türkiye's VAT rates in 2026?

Three main rates: 20% (standard), 10% (reduced — most food, hospitality, books, some services), and 1% (basic foodstuffs, newspapers, certain agricultural inputs). Exempt categories also exist (exports, certain health and education services).

How do I extract VAT from a gross price?

Gross × (rate / (100 + rate)). For 20%: gross × (20/120) = VAT portion. Net = gross / 1.20.

Are services and physical goods taxed the same way?

The rate depends on the specific category, not on whether it's a good or service. Consulting is 20%; hospitality is 10%; books are 10%; some financial services are exempt.

Can I deduct VAT as a business?

Yes, if you're VAT-registered. Input VAT on legitimate business purchases is offset against output VAT on your sales. The difference is paid (or refunded) monthly via the KDV beyannamesi (VAT return).

What about VAT for exports?

Exports to outside Türkiye are zero-rated — you charge 0% VAT but can still reclaim input VAT on related purchases. Specific documentation requirements apply.

Do prices on receipts usually include or exclude VAT?

Consumer-facing prices in Türkiye include VAT by law. B2B quotes typically exclude VAT — but always confirm.

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