🇨🇷 VAT Costa Rica - 13%

The standard VAT rate in Costa Rica is 13%. There are also reduced rates of 4%, 2%, 1%, 0% for certain products and services.

Standard rate VAT

13%

Costa Rica

Reference table - VAT 13%

AmountTax (13%)With tax
100.0013.00113.00
500.0065.00565.00
1,000.00130.001,130.00
5,000.00650.005,650.00
10,000.001,300.0011,300.00
50,000.006,500.0056,500.00

Tax rates - Costa Rica

Standard rate (VAT)13%
Reduced rates4%, 2%, 1%, 0%
Income tax (max.)25%
Corporate tax30%

Taxes in other countries

Frequently asked questions

What is the VAT rate in Costa Rica?

The standard VAT rate in Costa Rica is 13%. There are also reduced rates of 4%, 2%, 1%, 0% for certain products and services.

How do I calculate VAT on a price?

To add VAT: multiply the price by 1.1300. To extract VAT from a tax-inclusive price: divide by 1.1300. Our calculator does this automatically.

What is the income tax in Costa Rica?

The top income tax rate in Costa Rica is 25%. This rate applies to the highest incomes; lower rates apply to lower brackets.

What is the corporate tax in Costa Rica?

The corporate tax rate in Costa Rica is 30%. This rate applies to profits of companies established in the country.