Netherlands VAT Calculator
Netherlands VAT (BTW) calculator adds or removes 21% BTW from any price for 2026. Net 100 EUR becomes 121 EUR inclusive. Also supports the reduced 9% BTW rate for food, books, medicines, and hospitality services.
Regional Rule Context
Netherlands Rates and Rules
Zero-Rated / Exempt
- -Exports to non-EU countries
- -Intra-EU B2B supplies (with valid VAT number)
- -Medical and healthcare services
- -Financial services and insurance
- -Education and training
- -Postal services
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Netherlands VAT (BTW) calculator for 2026. Add or remove 21% BTW from any price. Standard rate: 21% on most goods and services. Reduced rate: 9% on food, non-alcoholic drinks, restaurants, hotels, books, medicines, hairdressing, and cultural events. Zero rate: 0% on exports and intra-EU B2B supplies. No registration threshold: all Dutch businesses must register for BTW regardless of turnover, though the KOR (Kleineondernemersregeling) scheme exempts small businesses under EUR 20,000.
Disclaimer: This calculator uses publicly available rules effective as of Jan 1, 2025 (version 1.0). Results are for informational purposes only. Always verify with official sources or a qualified professional. Last reviewed: Mar 1, 2026.
Formula
Add: BTW = ex-BTW x rate/100, incl = ex-BTW + BTW. Remove: ex-BTW = incl / (1 + rate/100).
Netherlands FAQs
What does BTW stand for?
BTW stands for Belasting over de Toegevoegde Waarde, which translates to "Tax on Added Value." It is the Dutch equivalent of VAT. The standard BTW rate is 21%, with a reduced rate of 9% for essential goods and services like food, books, and medicines.
What items have 9% BTW in the Netherlands?
The 9% reduced rate applies to food and non-alcoholic beverages, restaurant meals, hotel accommodation, books and e-books, medicines, hairdressing, cultural events (museums, theaters), and passenger transport. Alcoholic drinks always attract the full 21% rate.
How do I remove BTW from a Dutch price?
Divide the BTW-inclusive price by 1.21 for standard rate items. For example, a product priced at EUR 242 inclusive: ex-BTW = 242 / 1.21 = EUR 200, BTW = EUR 42. For 9% reduced rate items, divide by 1.09 instead.
Do all Dutch businesses need to register for BTW?
Yes. Unlike many EU countries, the Netherlands has no BTW registration threshold. All businesses must register, although the KOR (Kleineondernemersregeling) scheme allows small businesses with annual turnover under EUR 20,000 to be exempt from filing returns while still being registered.
Is BTW charged on exports from the Netherlands?
No. Exports to non-EU countries and intra-EU B2B supplies to VAT-registered businesses in other EU member states are zero-rated (0% BTW). The exporter must maintain proof of export and the buyer's valid EU VAT number for intra-EU supplies to qualify for the zero rate.
What is the KOR scheme for small businesses?
The KOR (Kleineondernemersregeling) exempts businesses with annual turnover under EUR 20,000 from filing BTW returns. You remain registered but do not charge or remit BTW. You also cannot reclaim input BTW on purchases. The scheme is optional and available to sole proprietors and partnerships.
How does Dutch BTW compare to other EU countries?
The Netherlands 21% standard rate is close to the EU average (about 21.5%). Hungary has the highest at 27%. Luxembourg has the lowest at 17%. The Dutch 9% reduced rate is moderate, with some countries offering rates as low as 5% on food and essentials.
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