- Feed it a netto price to add IVA, or a gross one to strip the tax back out.
- Italy's 22% headline rate is selected by default; the custom option handles 10%, 5% and 4%.
- Net, tax and total show side by side the instant you hit calculate.
- Private by design — the calculation never leaves your browser.
- Books and basic groceries carry only 4%, so a custom-rate pass often explains a low IVA line on an Italian receipt.
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VAT Calculator Italy (22%)
Add IVA to a net price or remove it from a gross one. Either way you get the net amount, the Italian VAT charged and the final gross figure.
How the Italian VAT calculator works
Italian VAT rates (IVA)
Italy runs four rates. The 22% headline rate is the EU’s joint-highest standard rate, but the deep reductions on basic groceries and books soften its impact on households.
| Rate | Band | Applies to |
|---|---|---|
| 22% | Standard rate | Most goods and services |
| 10% | Reduced rate | Hotels, restaurants, passenger transport, most medicines |
| 5% | Second reduced rate | Certain foodstuffs and selected services |
| 4% | Minimum rate | Basic groceries such as bread, milk, eggs and fruit, plus books |
The €85,000 small business exemption
Italy’s regime forfettario doubles as a VAT exemption: professionals and sole traders under €85,000 of annual turnover do not charge IVA and are not VAT-registered, substituting it with a flat turnover tax instead.
Outside that regime, VAT is settled quarterly through the LIPE return and paid via F24, with monthly payments expected from larger businesses.
Related Italian tax tools: UK VAT calculator, VAT rates across Europe.
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Sources: European Commission. Rates last verified October 2026. Estimates only — see our editorial policy.
Frequently asked questions
What is the VAT rate in Italy in 2026?
Italy's standard VAT rate is 22%, known locally as IVA (Imposta sul Valore Aggiunto). Reduced rates of 10% and 5% apply to food, books, medicines and other essentials, but most goods and services are charged at 22%. This calculator adds or removes 22% IVA from any price.
What is the standard VAT rate in Italy?
Italy's standard VAT rate (IVA) is 22%. Reduced rates of 10%, 5% and 4% apply to food, books and essential goods.
How do I remove 22% IVA from a gross price?
Divide the gross amount by 1.22. For example €122 ÷ 1.22 = €100 net, so €22 of IVA was charged.
What is VAT called in Italy?
VAT is called IVA (Imposta sul Valore Aggiunto) and is itemised separately on Italian invoices.
Is this Italy VAT calculator free?
No charge and no account required. It defaults to 22% IVA and lets you dial in 10%, 5% or 4% through the custom rate option.
What is at the 4% rate in Italy?
Basic groceries: bread, milk, eggs, cheese, fruit and vegetables, as well as books. It is the lowest VAT rate Italy charges.
Who qualifies for the regime forfettario?
Workers and small businesses with annual revenue under €85,000 who are not mainly importing or selling real estate. Under it they are exempt from charging VAT.
How often is Italian VAT paid?
Quarterly. The LIPE return reconciles the quarter and the balance is paid through F24. Larger operators move to monthly payments.
What is taxed at 10% IVA?
Hotel stays, restaurant meals, passenger transport and most medicines not covered by the national health service.
Estimates are for guidance only and are based on published 2026/27 rates. Always confirm with a qualified professional for financial decisions.