KSh 10,000 plus 16% VAT is KSh 11,600.00 (VAT KSh 1,600.00).
VAT-exclusive vs VAT-inclusive
A VAT-exclusive amount is the price before VAT is added, sometimes called the net price. A VAT-inclusive amount already has the 16% VAT built into it, which is what customers actually pay. Businesses often need to move between the two: pricing a product net and needing to know the final shelf price, or working backward from a receipt to find how much VAT was charged.
Rates used in this calculator
VAT standard rate
Standard rate
16%
Frequently asked questions
What is Kenya's current VAT rate?
Kenya's standard VAT rate is 16%. Some goods and services are zero-rated or VAT-exempt, but the standard rate applies to most goods and services sold in Kenya.
How do I calculate VAT-exclusive vs VAT-inclusive amounts?
To add VAT to a net price, multiply by 0.16 and add the result to get the gross price. To extract VAT from a gross price, divide the gross price by 1.16 to get the net amount, then subtract that from the gross price to find the VAT portion.
Do I need this for eTIMS invoicing?
Yes, this calculator gives you the exact net, VAT and gross figures needed when generating eTIMS-compliant invoices in Kenya.