# VAT calculator Estonia - calculate and add VAT

## VAT rates 2026

-   The standard VAT rate is **24%**. [KMS § 15 lg 1](https://www.riigiteataja.ee/akt/KMS#para15lg1)
-   The VAT rate for accommodation and accommodation with breakfast is **13%**. [KMS § 15 lg 1-1](https://www.riigiteataja.ee/akt/KMS#para15lg1b1)
-   The VAT rate for press publications is **9%**. [KMS § 15 lg 2](https://www.riigiteataja.ee/akt/KMS#para15lg2)

## What is VAT

VAT is a nationally imposed tax paid by persons who have registered as taxable persons upon the emergence of VAT liability or voluntarily

## When must VAT be paid?

VAT must be declared and paid no later than the **20th day of the month following** the tax period