VAT rates in Finland
| Rate | Type |
|---|---|
| 25.5% | Standard |
| 13.5% | Reduced |
| 10% | Reduced |
Rates as of October 1, 2026. Zero rates and exemptions are not listed. Which rate applies depends on the exact product, so check with the tax authority of Finland before you invoice.
Recent change: The main reduced rate fell from 14% to 13.5% on January 1, 2026. The standard rate has been 25.5% since September 1, 2024.
The standard rate of 25.5% is the 2nd highest of the 30 European countries on this site. See the rates of every country to compare.
VAT on common amounts in Finland
Net amounts in EUR with the VAT and the gross total at 25.5%, and the gross total at the reduced rates of 13.5% and 10%.
| Net | VAT 25.5% | Gross 25.5% | Gross 13.5% | Gross 10% |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| €10.00 | €2.55 | €12.55 | €11.35 | €11.00 |
| €20.00 | €5.10 | €25.10 | €22.70 | €22.00 |
| €50.00 | €12.75 | €62.75 | €56.75 | €55.00 |
| €100.00 | €25.50 | €125.50 | €113.50 | €110.00 |
| €250.00 | €63.75 | €313.75 | €283.75 | €275.00 |
| €500.00 | €127.50 | €627.50 | €567.50 | €550.00 |
| €1,000.00 | €255.00 | €1,255.00 | €1,135.00 | €1,100.00 |
| €5,000.00 | €1,275.00 | €6,275.00 | €5,675.00 | €5,500.00 |
Taking VAT out of a price in Finland
Divide the gross price by 1 plus the rate. A price of €125.50 including 25.5% VAT is €125.50 ÷ 1.255 = €100.00 net, so the VAT is €25.50. Taking 25.5% off €125.50 would give €93.50, which is too low, because the VAT was charged on the net price.
Finland compared with its neighbors
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Frequently asked questions
What is the VAT rate in Finland?
The standard VAT rate is 25.5%. Reduced rates of 13.5% and 10% apply to certain goods and services. These are the rates as of October 1, 2026.
How do I remove 25.5% VAT from a price?
Divide the gross price by 1.255. For example, €125.50 including VAT is €100.00 before VAT, so the VAT is €25.50.
What is VAT called in Finland?
In Finland, VAT is called ALV (arvonlisävero). On invoices it appears with the rate next to it, for example "25.5%", and the net amount, the tax and the gross total are listed separately.