Ethiopia VAT
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Standard 15%, exempt: bread, medical services, education, agricultural inputs. Calculate VAT-inclusive, VAT-exclusive, reverse VAT extraction.

Standard 15%ETB · Ethiopian BirrExempt: Bread, Medicine, EducationExempt: Agricultural Inputs

Last verified: March 2026 · Source: Ethiopian Revenue and Customs Authority (ERCA) · VAT Proclamation

2026 Key Facts: Ethiopia's standard VAT rate is 15%. Exempt items include bread and bakery products, medical and health services, education, agricultural inputs, and seeds. ERCA administers VAT collection.

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Exempt from VAT

✓ Bread & bakery products
✓ Medical & health services
✓ Education & training
✓ Agricultural inputs & seeds
Ethiopia VAT Rates▾
Standard Rate15% on goods & services
ExemptBread, medicine, education, agriculture

ERCA administers VAT. Registered businesses file monthly returns. Input VAT can be reclaimed.

Disclaimer: For informational purposes only. Not professional tax advice. Verify with ERCA.
Ethiopia VAT FAQ

Common VAT Questions

What is Ethiopia's VAT rate?

Ethiopia's standard VAT rate is 15%. Bread, medicine, education, and agricultural supplies are exempt.

How do I calculate reverse VAT?

Divide the total by 1.15 to get net, subtract net from total to get VAT. This calculator does this automatically.

What is the VAT registration threshold?

Businesses with annual turnover exceeding ETB 100,000 must register for VAT with ERCA.

How often are VAT returns filed?

Monthly VAT returns must be filed with ERCA by the 20th of the following month.