What is the Value Added Tax (VAT) rate in Kenya in 2025?

The standard Value Added Tax (VAT) rate in Kenya is 16% as of 2025. Standard rate 16% as per the VAT Act 2013. Certain goods (food, water, medical, education) are exempt or zero-rated.

How do I remove Value Added Tax (VAT) from a Kenya price?

Divide the gross by 1.16. Select "Remove tax" mode — the calculator will automatically extract the 16% tax from the entered gross price and show you the net amount.

Is my data sent anywhere when I use this calculator?

No. All Value Added Tax (VAT) calculations run entirely in your browser using JavaScript. No amounts, inputs or personal data are ever transmitted to any server.

Are there reduced Value Added Tax (VAT) rates in Kenya?

No. Kenya applies a single standard rate of 16% with no reduced rates for this calculator.

Kenya VAT Calculator (Value Added Tax) 2025

Kenya Value Added Tax (VAT) Calculator 2025

Kenya charges Value Added Tax (VAT) at a standard rate of 16% as of 2025.

Enter an amount below to instantly add tax to a net price or extract tax from a gross (tax-inclusive) price. Choose the mode, optionally adjust the rate to a reduced rate, and read the full net / tax / gross breakdown. The tool runs entirely in your browser — no amounts or personal data are transmitted.

Standard rate 16% as per the VAT Act 2013. Certain goods (food, water, medical, education) are exempt or zero-rated.