What is the VAT rate in Switzerland?

The standard rate is 8.1%, the reduced rate 2.6% and the special accommodation rate 3.8%. These rates apply since 1 January 2024.

How do I calculate gross to net?

At the standard rate: net = gross ÷ 1.081. VAT is the difference between gross and net.

What does the reduced rate apply to?

The reduced rate applies to foodstuffs (excluding restaurant services), medicines, printed products and other everyday goods.

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Net → gross: VAT = net × rate; gross = net + VAT. Gross → net: net = gross ÷ (1 + rate); VAT = gross − net. Amounts are rounded to two decimals.

Frequently asked questions

What is the VAT rate in Switzerland?: The standard rate is 8.1%, the reduced rate 2.6% and the special accommodation rate 3.8%. These rates apply since 1 January 2024.
How do I calculate gross to net?: At the standard rate: net = gross ÷ 1.081. VAT is the difference between gross and net.
What does the reduced rate apply to?: The reduced rate applies to foodstuffs (excluding restaurant services), medicines, printed products and other everyday goods.

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Rates come from the official ESTV overview and the Value Added Tax Act (SR 641.20, Art. 25). The calculation runs entirely in your browser; no amounts are stored or transmitted.

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Rates effective from: 1 January 2024

Last verified: 2 October 2026