BUSINESS & TAX
Nigerian VAT Calculator 2026
Calculate standard Nigerian VAT at 7.5%, add VAT to a price, or work backwards from a VAT-inclusive amount.
The standard VAT rate used here is 7.5%. The rate field can be changed for other calculation scenarios.
How it works
Add VAT: VAT = amount × rate; total = amount + VAT.
Extract VAT: VAT = VAT-inclusive amount × rate ÷ (100 + rate); net amount = VAT-inclusive amount − VAT.
Nigerian VAT in 2026
Nigeria's standard VAT rate is 7.5%. Current Nigeria Revenue Service e-invoicing documentation also identifies 7.5% as the standard VAT percentage for the STANDARD_VAT category.
This is a general calculation tool, not tax or legal advice. VAT treatment can depend on the transaction, goods or services, exemptions, zero-rating and applicable rules. Check current NRS guidance for compliance decisions.
Frequently asked questions
What is 7.5% VAT on ₦100,000?
₦7,500. The total after adding VAT is ₦107,500.
How do I remove VAT from a VAT-inclusive price?
At 7.5%, divide the VAT-inclusive amount by 1.075 to get the amount before VAT.
Can I use another VAT rate?
Yes. Enter another percentage for a calculation scenario. This does not change the Nigerian standard rate.