01
Add VAT
Starts with a VAT-exclusive amount, calculates the VAT component and adds it to reach the inclusive total.
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Business ToolKenya VAT,
Kenya VAT,
made easier to follow.
Add or remove VAT, calculate the VAT component, or estimate the balance payable using the figures you enter.
Calculation mode
What would you like to calculate?
KES
%
Rate guidance
The general VAT rate is prefilled at 16%. Use 0% only for a qualifying zero-rated supply; exempt supplies are different.
Amount including VAT
KES 0.00
The net amount plus VAT at the selected rate.
Amount before VAT
KES 0.00
VAT amount
KES 0.00
Calculation breakdown
How the result is built
Understanding VAT
Four useful views of the same tax.
02
Remove VAT
Starts with an inclusive total and separates it into the original net amount and VAT component.
03
VAT amount
Calculates only the tax charged on a VAT-exclusive taxable amount.
04
VAT payable
Offsets input VAT and applicable credits against output VAT and shows either an amount payable or a credit balance.
Important
This calculator provides general estimates from the figures entered. It does not determine whether a transaction is taxable, zero-rated or exempt, or whether input VAT is allowable. Confirm compliance decisions using official KRA guidance or professional advice.
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