Standard 15% VAT. Calculate VAT-inclusive, VAT-exclusive, reverse VAT extraction, and multi-item invoice totals. Accurate 2026 ZIMRA rates.
ZIMRA 2026Standard 15%Zero-Rated ExportsZWL · Zimbabwean Dollar
Last verified: 2026 · Source: ZIMRA (zimra.co.zw)
2026 Rates: Standard VAT rate is 15%. Zero-rated: Export goods, Tourism services. Exempt: Basic food commodities, Medical services, Agricultural inputs. Registration threshold: ZWL 40K/year. Tax authority: ZIMRA.
VAT CalculatorZWL · Zimbabwean Dollar
Calculation DirectionWhich amount do you have?
Pre-Tax Amount (ZWL)Z$10,000
Z$100Z$10M
AmountOr type exact value
Z$
VAT RateSelect applicable rate
Invoice ItemsVAT @ 15% unless overridden
Description
Price (Z$)
Qty
Rate %
Subtotal (excl. VAT)—
Total VAT—
Invoice Total—
Effective VAT Rate—
Total (VAT Inclusive)
Z$0
Pre-Tax Amount—
VAT Amount—
Applied Rate15%
VAT as % of Total0%
Annual projection (×12)—
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VAT Registration
Annual Turnover Threshold
ZWL 40K
Register with ZIMRA when turnover exceeds this
Standard Rate15%
Tax AuthorityZIMRA
CurrencyZWL (Z$)
Tax Year2026
Zero-Rated (0%)
→ Export goods
→ Tourism services
VAT Exempt Items
✓ Basic food commodities
✓ Medical services
✓ Agricultural inputs
✓ Educational services
Disclaimer: Rates are for guidance only. Always verify with ZIMRA (zimra.co.zw) for official rates and your specific tax situation. AfroTools is not a tax advisor.
FAQ
Zimbabwe VAT — Common Questions
What is the standard VAT rate in Zimbabwe?
The standard VAT rate in Zimbabwe is 15% as of 2026. This is levied on most goods and services sold within Zimbabwe.
How do I add VAT to a price in Zimbabwe?
Multiply the pre-tax price by 1.1500 (i.e., price × (1 + 0.15)). Example: Z$10,000 × 1.1500 = Z$11,500 including VAT.
How do I remove VAT from a price in Zimbabwe?
Divide the VAT-inclusive price by 1.1500. Example: Z$11,500 ÷ 1.1500 = Z$10,000 pre-tax.
What goods are VAT exempt in Zimbabwe?
VAT-exempt goods and services in Zimbabwe include: Basic food commodities, Medical services, Agricultural inputs, Educational services. Zero-rated (taxable at 0%) include: Export goods, Tourism services.