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Saudi VAT Calculator

Add or remove 15% VAT from any amount in Saudi Riyal. Free, instant, and accurate.

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15% Saudi Arabia VAT rate since July 2020. Applies to most goods and services.
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What is Saudi VAT?
Saudi Arabia introduced Value Added Tax (VAT) at 5% in January 2018. The rate was increased to 15% in July 2020. It applies to most goods and services sold in the Kingdom.
What's exempt from VAT?
Some items are VAT-exempt or zero-rated, including certain financial services, residential rent, local transport, health and education services, and exports outside the GCC.
How to add VAT
To add 15% VAT: multiply the amount by 1.15. For example, SAR 100 × 1.15 = SAR 115. The VAT portion is SAR 15.
How to remove VAT
To remove 15% VAT from a total: divide by 1.15. For example, SAR 115 ÷ 1.15 = SAR 100 original price. The VAT was SAR 15.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current VAT rate in Saudi Arabia?
The current VAT rate in Saudi Arabia is 15%, effective since July 1, 2020. It was previously 5% when first introduced in January 2018.
Who needs to register for VAT?
Businesses with annual taxable supplies exceeding SAR 375,000 must register for VAT. Voluntary registration is available for businesses with supplies or expenses exceeding SAR 187,500.
Is VAT applied to all products in Saudi Arabia?
No. While most goods and services are subject to 15% VAT, some are zero-rated (like exports and international transport) or exempt (like financial services and residential rent).
Can tourists get VAT refunds?
Saudi Arabia launched a VAT refund scheme for tourists. Eligible tourists can claim VAT refunds on purchases made during their stay, subject to certain conditions and minimum purchase amounts.