Costa Rica VAT calculator
Add or extract Costa Rica 13% VAT in colones. ₡100,000 + 13% = ₡113,000 (VAT ₡13,000).
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Costa Rica VAT 13%
General rate 13% in colones. Not Guatemala 12% or Honduras 15%.
Add or extract the tax.
- ₡100,000 + 13% = ₡113,000.
- Extract: ÷ 1.13.
- Educational estimate.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Costa Rica VAT rate?
The general rate is 13%. At ₡100,000 net: VAT ₡13,000, total ₡113,000.
How do I extract VAT from a tax-inclusive price?
Divide by 1.13. ₡113,000 ÷ 1.13 = ₡100,000. Set includeTax=1.
Is it the same as El Salvador?
Both use 13%, but this page is in colones and cites Costa Rica tax rules. Guatemala is 12% and Honduras 15%.
Are there exemptions or reduced rates?
Yes. This tool uses only the general 13%. Confirm with Hacienda.
Is this tax advice?
No. It is an educational estimate.