Cameroon VAT
Calculator 2026

Standard 19.25% VAT. Calculate VAT-inclusive, VAT-exclusive, reverse VAT extraction, and multi-item invoice totals. Accurate 2026 DGI rates.

DGI 2026 Standard 19.25% Zero-Rated Exports XAF · Central African CFA Franc

Last verified: 2026 · Source: DGI (dgi.cm)

2026 Rates: Standard VAT rate is 19.25%. Zero-rated: Export goods, International services. Exempt: Unprocessed food, Medical services, Educational materials. Registration threshold: XAF 50M/year. Tax authority: DGI.

VAT Calculator XAF · Central African CFA Franc
Calculation DirectionWhich amount do you have?
Pre-Tax Amount (XAF) FCFA10,000
FCFA100FCFA10M
AmountOr type exact value
FCFA
VAT RateSelect applicable rate
Total (VAT Inclusive)
FCFA0
Pre-Tax Amount —
VAT Amount —
Applied Rate 19.25%
VAT as % of Total 0%
Annual projection (×12) —
Formula Used

Calculate how much VAT the buyer withholds and remits to the tax authority on this transaction.

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VAT Registration
Annual Turnover Threshold
XAF 50M
Register with DGI when turnover exceeds this
Standard Rate19.25%
Tax AuthorityDGI
CurrencyXAF (FCFA)
Tax Year2026
Zero-Rated (0%)
→ Export goods
→ International services
VAT Exempt Items
✓ Unprocessed food
✓ Medical services
✓ Educational materials
✓ Agricultural inputs
Disclaimer: Rates are for guidance only. Always verify with DGI (dgi.cm) for official rates and your specific tax situation. AfroTools is not a tax advisor.
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Cameroon VAT — Common Questions

What is the standard VAT rate in Cameroon?
The standard VAT rate in Cameroon is 19.25% as of 2026. This is levied on most goods and services sold within Cameroon.
How do I add VAT to a price in Cameroon?
Multiply the pre-tax price by 1.1925 (i.e., price × (1 + 0.1925)). Example: FCFA10,000 × 1.1925 = FCFA11,925 including VAT.
How do I remove VAT from a price in Cameroon?
Divide the VAT-inclusive price by 1.1925. Example: FCFA11,925 ÷ 1.1925 = FCFA10,000 pre-tax.
What goods are VAT exempt in Cameroon?
VAT-exempt goods and services in Cameroon include: Unprocessed food, Medical services, Educational materials, Agricultural inputs. Zero-rated (taxable at 0%) include: Export goods, International services.

VAT in Cameroon: Key Facts

Cameroon applies a value-added tax known as Taxe sur la Valeur Ajoutée (TVA) at a standard rate of 19.25%, which includes the base rate of 17.5% plus a 10% additional council tax surcharge (centimes additionnels communaux) calculated on the base TVA. This effective combined rate makes Cameroon's TVA among the highest in Central Africa. As a member of the Central African Economic and Monetary Community (CEMAC), Cameroon follows the regional TVA directive. A reduced rate of 0% applies to exports and certain essential goods. Exempt supplies include basic food staples (rice, flour, milk), medical and pharmaceutical products, educational materials and services, and financial transactions. The Direction Générale des Impôts (DGI) administers TVA. Businesses with annual turnover exceeding XAF 50 million must register for TVA. Monthly TVA returns must be filed by the 15th of the following month. Cameroon has been progressively modernizing its tax system with electronic filing and digital payment options. Input TVA can be deducted from output TVA, though refunds for excess credits can be slow. Non-resident digital service providers are also increasingly subject to TVA obligations.

Common Questions About Cameroon TVA

Why is Cameroon's TVA rate 19.25% instead of a round number?

Cameroon's effective TVA rate of 19.25% combines the base 17.5% TVA rate with a 10% surcharge (centimes additionnels communaux) calculated on the base TVA amount. This surcharge funds local council activities, making the total effective rate 17.5% + 1.75% = 19.25%.

What items are exempt from TVA in Cameroon?

Exempt items include basic food staples (rice, flour, milk), medical and pharmaceutical products, educational services and materials, financial transactions, agricultural inputs, and certain goods imported by diplomatic missions.

What is the TVA registration threshold in Cameroon?

Businesses with annual turnover exceeding XAF 50 million are required to register for TVA with the DGI. Smaller businesses fall under simplified tax regimes such as the impôt libératoire or the régime simplifié.

How often must TVA returns be filed in Cameroon?

Monthly TVA returns must be submitted by the 15th of the month following the tax period. Payment must accompany the return. Large taxpayers may be required to file electronically through the DGI's online portal.

Is Cameroon's TVA harmonized with other CEMAC countries?

Yes, Cameroon's TVA follows the CEMAC regional directive on harmonized indirect taxation. However, each CEMAC member state sets its own specific rates and exemptions within the framework, leading to some variation across the zone.

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Last verified: 2026 · Source: DGI (dgi

Calculation methodology

The calculator splits the entered amount into net amount, VAT, and VAT-inclusive total using the displayed standard or custom VAT rate. Zero-rated and exempt categories are treated as decision guidance and must be confirmed against the linked authority material before filing.

Known limitations

  • Informational estimate only. It is not professional tax, legal, payroll, or filing advice.
  • Product classification, exemption, and zero-rating rules can require invoice-level review.
  • Sector-specific, regional, treaty, relief, and special-regime rules may not be fully modeled.
  • Confirm filing, registration, and remittance duties with the official authority or a qualified adviser before submission.

Test-case examples

Input: Net amount: 1,000 at the displayed standard VAT rate.
Expected: VAT equals 1,000 multiplied by the displayed rate; total equals net amount plus VAT.
Why: Confirms the core VAT-exclusive calculation path and makes the rate dependency auditable.

Input: VAT-inclusive amount with the displayed standard VAT rate.
Expected: Net amount equals total divided by 1 plus the rate; VAT equals total minus net amount.
Why: Confirms reverse VAT handling for invoices that already include tax.

Change history

  • 2026-05-02: Trust and verification panel added with source links, methodology, limitations, and report-error CTA.

AfroTools calculators are decision-support tools. Always confirm filing, registration, and remittance duties with the linked authority or a qualified local adviser.

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