Question 1

What is the VAT rate in Nigeria?

Accepted Answer

Nigeria's VAT is 7.5%. Some supplies may be zero-rated or exempt. Always confirm the correct treatment with Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS, formerly FIRS) or a qualified local tax professional.

Question 2

How do I add VAT to a price?

Accepted Answer

Multiply the net amount by the VAT rate and add it to the net. This calculator does it for you — enter your amount and pick "Add VAT".

Question 3

How do I remove VAT from a VAT-inclusive total?

Accepted Answer

Divide the total by (1 + the rate) to get the net amount, then subtract it from the total to get the VAT. Switch this tool to "Remove VAT" to do it automatically.

Question 4

When must a business register for VAT in Nigeria?

Accepted Answer

NGN 100,000,000 annual turnover (small businesses below this need not charge VAT). Thresholds and rules change, so confirm the current position with NRS (Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS, formerly FIRS)) or a tax professional.

Question 5

Does Tallium calculate VAT automatically?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Tallium tags VAT on every sale, expense and invoice as you trade and builds a monthly VAT return-ready summary, so you don't calculate it by hand at filing time.

Nigeria VAT calculator

VAT in Nigeria, in plain English

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