European Union

Sweden VAT calculator

Add or remove Sweden VAT. The 25% standard rate is preset; choose a reduced or zero rate if it applies.

What do you want to do?

Sweden VAT rates (2026-06)

  • Standard rate — 25%. Sweden's standard moms rate of 25% applies to most goods and services.
  • Reduced rate (12%) — 12%. 12% reduced rate for food and restaurant meals, accommodation, and some cultural events.
  • Reduced rate (6%) — 6%. 6% reduced rate for books, newspapers, passenger transport, and cultural services.
  • Zero rate — 0%. 0% for intra-EU supplies, exports, and certain health and educational services.

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.

Source: www.skatteverket.se · checked .

FAQ

What is the Sweden VAT rate?

Sweden's standard VAT rate is 25%. Sweden's standard moms rate of 25% applies to most goods and services. Reduced and zero rates apply to specific categories.

How do I work out Sweden 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 25% a gross of SEK 100 has a net of SEK 80.00.

Which VAT rates does Sweden have?

Sweden applies standard rate 25%, reduced rate (12%) 12%, reduced rate (6%) 6%, 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. Swedish moms rates are set by Skatteverket and EU law; confirm the correct rate for your transaction. Rates as of 2026-06.