Bangladesh Business Tool
Bangladesh VAT Calculator
Calculate VAT in seconds — before you send a quotation, invoice or price to a customer.
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Calculation basis
Source-aware VAT calculation
For a VAT-exclusive amount: VAT = base × rate; total = base + VAT. For a VAT-inclusive amount: VAT = total × rate ÷ (100 + rate).
Calculation flow
Source & scope
National Board of Revenue (NBR), Bangladesh — VAT FAQ and VAT calculator guidance.
Official reference: View source
Assumptions & limits
- 15% is shown as the standard VAT planning rate.
- Specific goods/services may have exemptions or different treatment.
- The tool does not determine VAT registration, eligibility or filing liability.
Why this tool is different
We show both the formula and the NBR basis instead of presenting a bare VAT number.
How it works
Understand VAT before you quote or invoice
This calculator handles the two common pricing views: adding VAT to a VAT-exclusive amount, or extracting VAT from a VAT-inclusive customer price. The standard Bangladesh VAT rate is 15%, while some supplies can be exempt or subject to other treatment.
Authority: Bangladesh NBR VAT Calculator. NBR states the standard VAT rate is 15%.
Why this tool exists
A fast, transparent calculation is useful for SMEs preparing quotations, invoices and pricing decisions. It also creates a natural bridge into automated billing, accounting and reporting workflows.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the standard VAT rate in Bangladesh?
The National Board of Revenue states that the standard VAT rate is 15%, with specific exemptions and other treatments applying in some cases.
How do I calculate VAT on top of a price?
For a VAT-exclusive amount, multiply the taxable value by the VAT rate and add the VAT to the base amount.
How do I remove VAT from an inclusive price?
For an inclusive price at rate r, the VAT portion is price × r ÷ (100 + r).
Is this calculator a tax filing tool?
No. It is an estimation and planning tool. Businesses should confirm their applicable treatment and filing requirements with NBR or a qualified tax/VAT professional.