Poland · VAT / PTU
Poland VAT calculator
VAT in Poland is called VAT / PTU. The calculator below is preset to the 23% standard rate — change the country or type a different rate if you need a reduced one.
Sets the standard VAT rate. You can still edit the rate below.
Standard rate for Poland: 23%
The price before VAT is applied.
Rates last checked: 2025-08-11. Source: TEDB & national tax authorities. Quick calculation only — verify rates and rounding rules before using them on official invoices.
Adding 23% VAT
| Net | VAT 23% | Gross |
|---|---|---|
| 100,00 zł | 23,00 zł | 123,00 zł |
| 250,00 zł | 57,50 zł | 307,50 zł |
| 500,00 zł | 115,00 zł | 615,00 zł |
| 1000,00 zł | 230,00 zł | 1230,00 zł |
| 2500,00 zł | 575,00 zł | 3075,00 zł |
Gross = Net × 1.23
Removing 23% VAT
| Gross | VAT 23% | Net |
|---|---|---|
| 100,00 zł | 18,70 zł | 81,30 zł |
| 250,00 zł | 46,75 zł | 203,25 zł |
| 500,00 zł | 93,50 zł | 406,50 zł |
| 1000,00 zł | 186,99 zł | 813,01 zł |
Net = Gross ÷ 1.23
Questions
What is the VAT rate in Poland?
The standard VAT / PTU rate in Poland is 23%. Reduced rates of 8% and 5% also apply. Typically food, books, medicines, passenger transport and cultural admissions.
How do I add 23% VAT to a price?
Multiply the net amount by 1.23. For example, 100,00 zł net becomes 123,00 zł gross, of which 23,00 zł is VAT.
How do I remove 23% VAT from a total?
Divide the gross amount by 1.23 — do not subtract 23%. A 123,00 zł gross total contains 23,00 zł of VAT, leaving 100,00 zł net. Subtracting 23% instead would give the wrong answer.
What is VAT called in Poland?
It is known locally as VAT / PTU. On invoices you will usually see this abbreviation next to the rate and the tax amount.
Other EU countries at 23%
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Rates last checked 2025-08-11. Source: European Commission TEDB and national tax authorities. Always verify before using a rate on an official invoice.