Add or remove Italy VAT. The 22% standard rate is preset; choose a reduced or zero rate if it applies.
Italy VAT rates (2026-06)
Standard rate — 22%. Italy's standard IVA rate of 22% applies to most goods and services.
Reduced rate (10%) — 10%. 10% reduced rate for items such as some foods, water supplies, and certain tourism services.
Reduced rate (5%) — 5%. 5% rate for certain supplies such as some social and food items; verify current scope.
Super-reduced rate — 4%. 4% super-reduced rate for essentials such as basic foods, books, and some medical aids.
Zero rate — 0%. 0% for qualifying intra-EU and export supplies. Use for zero-rated or exempt-with-credit transactions.
Picking the right rate
Most goods and services use the standard rate. Reduced and zero rates are limited to defined categories such as food, books, or energy in some member states. When in doubt, check the official guidance linked below for the specific product.
Italy's standard VAT rate is 22%. Italy's standard IVA rate of 22% applies to most goods and services. Reduced and zero rates apply to specific categories.
How do I work out Italy VAT on a price that already includes it?
Choose 'Remove tax', pick the rate, and enter the gross amount. The net base is the gross divided by 1 plus the rate; the tax is the difference. At 22% a gross of EUR 100 has a net of EUR 81.97.
Which VAT rates does Italy have?
Italy applies standard rate 22%, reduced rate (10%) 10%, reduced rate (5%) 5%, super-reduced rate 4%, plus a zero / exempt category for qualifying supplies. Pick the rate that matches your goods or service; confirm the category with the official source.
Estimate only. Not tax advice. Italian IVA rates and the goods or services each applies to are set by the Agenzia delle Entrate and EU law; confirm the correct rate for your transaction. Rates as of 2026-06.