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The free Vivlab VAT calculator turns an excl. VAT amount into incl. VAT, an incl. VAT amount back into excl. VAT, and shows the VAT amount, instantly.
Enter an amount, say whether it's excl. or incl. VAT, pick the rate: everything is worked out for you.
This amount is…
VAT rate
Amount excl. VAT
100,00 €
VAT amount (20 %)
20,00 €
Amount incl. VAT
120,00 €
A quick recap of VAT rates in France
Four rates apply in mainland France depending on the type of product or service. When in doubt, always check the rate that applies to your business.
Standard rate
Manufactured goods, clothing, home appliances, alcoholic drinks, business services…
Intermediate rate
Restaurants, passenger transport, accommodation (hotels, campsites), home maintenance work, firewood…
Reduced rate
Food products, books, gas and electricity subscriptions, sanitary protection, theatre and cinema tickets, energy-efficient renovation…
Special rate
Medicines reimbursed by social security, press publications, certain theatrical performances, live butchery animals…
In Corsica and the overseas departments (DOM), specific rates apply. For a breakdown by sector, see the official page: