Nepal VAT Calculator (13%)

The standard VAT (Value Added Tax) rate in Nepal is 13%, as set by the Value Added Tax Act 2052 and administered by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD). Most goods and services are taxed at this rate, though some categories are exempt or zero-rated (e.g. basic food items, medical services, educational services).

To add VAT: multiply the base price by 1.13. For example, NPR 10,000 × 1.13 = NPR 11,300 (VAT = NPR 1,300). To remove VAT from an inclusive price: divide by 1.13. NPR 11,300 ÷ 1.13 = NPR 10,000 base, NPR 1,300 VAT. This calculator does both — just pick the mode.

VAT-exclusive means VAT has not yet been added — the price shown is the base, and 13% will be added on top. VAT-inclusive means VAT is already built into the total — you can back-calculate the VAT portion. In Nepal, prices at point of sale must display VAT-inclusive amounts.

Yes — in most hospitality contexts (hotels, restaurants), the 10% service charge is added to the base first, and then 13% VAT is applied on the combined subtotal (base + service charge). The effective surcharge on the original base is approximately 24.3% total (10% service + 13% on 110%).

Any business with annual turnover exceeding NPR 50 lakh (5 million) from goods, or NPR 20 lakh (2 million) from services, must register for VAT. Some categories (medical, educational, agricultural) are exempt. Registration is done via the IRD Taxpayer Portal.

Monthly VAT returns are due on the 25th day of the following month. For quarterly filers, the deadline is 25 days after the quarter end. Late filings attract penalties and interest from the IRD — see the Nepal Tax Calendar for the full deadline schedule.