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Dutch VAT return calculator

How much VAT do you pay — or get back? Enter your revenue and input VAT.

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Revenue at 21% VAT (excl. VAT)
Your sales at the standard rate, without VAT
€
Revenue at 9% VAT (excl. VAT)
Sales at the reduced rate (food, books, hairdressers…)
€
Input VAT (VAT on your business costs)
The VAT you paid yourself on purchases and costs
€
To pay to the tax office
€1,600.00
VAT 21% (box 1a)€2,100.00
VAT 9% (box 1b)€0.00
VAT due (box 5a)€2,100.00
Input VAT (box 5b)− €500.00
Balance (box 5c)€1,600.00
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How does the VAT return work?

You pay the VAT you charged on your revenue (21% and 9%). From that you subtract the input VAT: the VAT you paid yourself on your costs. The balance (box 5c) is what you pay. Is it negative? Then you get VAT back.

Frequently asked questions

How do I calculate how much VAT I have to pay?
Add up the VAT on your revenue (21% and 9%). Subtract the input VAT: the VAT you paid yourself on your costs. What remains, you pay. Is the amount negative? Then you get VAT back.
What is input VAT (voorbelasting)?
Input VAT is the VAT you pay on your business purchases and costs. You may deduct it from the VAT you owe on your revenue.
When do I file a VAT return in the Netherlands?
Most freelancers file each quarter, before the last day of the month after the quarter (for example Q1 before 30 April). BoekBrug keeps your VAT per quarter.
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BoekBrug adds up your VAT per quarter from your invoices and costs. Ready for the return.
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BoekBrug — the bridge between you and your accountant. This is an estimate. For exemptions, ICP or reverse-charge VAT, extra rules apply.