Standard 14% VAT. Calculate VAT-inclusive, VAT-exclusive, reverse VAT extraction, and multi-item invoice totals. Accurate 2026 BURS rates.
BURS 2026Standard 14%Zero-Rated ExportsBWP · Botswana Pula
Last verified: 2026 · Source: BURS (burs.org.bw)
2026 Rates: Standard VAT rate is 14%. Zero-rated: Export goods, Agricultural supplies. Exempt: Financial services, Medical services, Educational services. Registration threshold: BWP 1M/year. Tax authority: BURS.
VAT CalculatorBWP · Botswana Pula
Calculation DirectionWhich amount do you have?
Pre-Tax Amount (BWP)P10,000
P100P10M
AmountOr type exact value
P
VAT RateSelect applicable rate
Invoice ItemsVAT @ 14% unless overridden
Description
Price (P)
Qty
Rate %
Subtotal (excl. VAT)—
Total VAT—
Invoice Total—
Effective VAT Rate—
Total (VAT Inclusive)
P0
Pre-Tax Amount—
VAT Amount—
Applied Rate14%
VAT as % of Total0%
Annual projection (×12)—
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VAT Registration
Annual Turnover Threshold
BWP 1M
Register with BURS when turnover exceeds this
Standard Rate14%
Tax AuthorityBURS
CurrencyBWP (P)
Tax Year2026
Zero-Rated (0%)
→ Export goods
→ Agricultural supplies
VAT Exempt Items
✓ Financial services
✓ Medical services
✓ Educational services
✓ Residential rentals
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FAQ
Botswana VAT — Common Questions
What is the standard VAT rate in Botswana?
The standard VAT rate in Botswana is 14% as of 2026. This is levied on most goods and services sold within Botswana.
How do I add VAT to a price in Botswana?
Multiply the pre-tax price by 1.1400 (i.e., price × (1 + 0.14)). Example: P10,000 × 1.1400 = P11,400 including VAT.
How do I remove VAT from a price in Botswana?
Divide the VAT-inclusive price by 1.1400. Example: P11,400 ÷ 1.1400 = P10,000 pre-tax.
What goods are VAT exempt in Botswana?
VAT-exempt goods and services in Botswana include: Financial services, Medical services, Educational services, Residential rentals. Zero-rated (taxable at 0%) include: Export goods, Agricultural supplies.