Tax & VAT Calc
Local sales tax and VAT on imported goods value.
The Dynamics of Import VAT
Unlike internal sales where tax is calculated on the net price, Import VAT/GST is typically calculated on the Landed Value. This value includes the cost of the goods, shipping, insurance, and the customs duty already paid to the government.
The Compounding Logic:
VAT Amount = (CIF Value + Customs Duty + Other Levies) × VAT Rate
This "tax on tax" effect means that the effective tax rate on an import is often higher than the nominal VAT rate. Professional importers use this calculator to ensure they have sufficient liquidity to clear shipments and to determine if they can reclaim the VAT as input credit in their local accounting.