Ireland VAT Calculator
Calculate Irish VAT at the standard 23%, second reduced 13.5%, reduced 9%, or zero rate — for Irish invoices and Republic of Ireland transactions.
Add or remove Irish VAT at 23%, 13.5%, 9%, or 0% — instantly shows net, VAT amount, and gross total.
Most goods and services
Formula
Add VAT: Gross = Net × (1 + Rate/100) | Remove VAT: Net = Gross ÷ (1 + Rate/100)
Irish VAT uses the same arithmetic as all EU VAT systems. At the standard 23% rate: Net × 1.23 = Gross. To extract the net from a gross price: Gross ÷ 1.23 = Net. The 13.5% rate is Ireland's most commonly misapplied rate — it covers construction, fuel, and hospitality.
Worked Example
Scenario: A Dublin hotel charges a UK corporate guest €220 for a one-night stay. Short-term accommodation in Ireland is taxed at 13.5%.
VAT = €220 × 13.5% = €29.70
Net = €220 ÷ 1.135 = €193.83
VAT component = €220 − €193.83 = €26.17
UK VAT-registered businesses cannot recover Irish VAT through the UK VAT return. A separate claim under the EU 13th Directive refund scheme applies for eligible business expenses.
Common Mistakes
- Applying 23% to food. Most food in Ireland is zero-rated (0%), not standard-rated. Confectionery, crisps, and alcohol are exceptions. The Irish zero rate for food is one of the most generous in the EU.
- Confusing the 13.5% rate categories. Ireland's 13.5% (the "second reduced" rate) covers construction services, fuel, electricity, and short-term hotel accommodation. It does not cover restaurant meals (which move between 9% and 13.5% depending on current government policy — always verify the current rate).
- Missing the Northern Ireland distinction. Northern Ireland remains part of the UK VAT area for goods (not services). UK and Irish VAT rules apply differently depending on whether goods cross the Irish border. Seek specialist advice for cross-border trade.
Guide
How to Use
- 1
Select the VAT rate
Choose 23% standard, 13.5% for construction and hospitality, 9% for newspapers and certain tourism, or 0% for zero-rated food and children's goods.
- 2
Choose Add or Remove
Add VAT to a net price, or extract the net from a gross price that already includes VAT.
- 3
Enter the amount
Type the price in euros. The percentage applies to any currency.
- 4
Click Calculate
The result shows net, VAT amount, and gross price. Copy for use in invoices or records.
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