What is a Percentage Calculator?

A percentage calculator solves the most common everyday percentage problems — calculating a discount in a sale, adding VAT to an invoice, working out a pay rise, or tracking how prices have changed over time. This tool offers eight calculation modes so you can always get the right answer without remembering formulas.

VAT in Malta — 18%

Malta's standard VAT rate is 18% — the third lowest in the EU after Luxembourg (17%) and Switzerland (non-EU at 8.1%). This competitive rate has contributed to Malta's attractiveness as a financial services and iGaming hub. Reduced rates: 7% for accommodation services and private clinics; 5% for electricity, certain medicines, and confectionery; 0% for food, water, and pharmaceutical products.

Adding VAT 18% (excl. → incl.): Invoice of €1,000 excluding VAT. With 18% VAT: €1,000 × 1.18 = €1,180.

Removing VAT 18% (incl. → excl.): Receipt of €1,180 including VAT. Excluding VAT = €1,180 ÷ 1.18 = €1,000; VAT = €180. Note: subtracting 18% directly from €1,180 gives €967.60 — incorrect. Always divide by 1.18.

Calculating a Percentage of a Number

Divide the percentage by 100 and multiply by the number. Example: 18% of €500 = (18 ÷ 100) × 500 = €90.

Discount of 30% on an item costing €120: 30% × €120 = €36 saving → final price €84.
Social security contribution (employee 10%) on gross salary of €1,800: 10% × €1,800 = €180/month.
Income tax (25% bracket) on €20,000 of taxable income: 25% × €20,000 = €5,000.

Percentage Increase and Decrease

Formula: ((New − Old) ÷ |Old|) × 100.

Pay rise: Salary goes from €1,500 to €1,650: ((1,650 − 1,500) ÷ 1,500) × 100 = 10%.

Property: Malta's property prices have risen significantly due to foreign investment. Apartment bought for €220,000 in 2018, now worth €295,000: ((295,000 − 220,000) ÷ 220,000) × 100 = 34.1% appreciation.

Maltese Specifics

Income Tax Bands (2024): 0% on first €9,100 (single); 15% on €9,101–€14,500; 25% on €14,501–€60,000; 35% above €60,000. Use "X is What % of Y?" to calculate your effective tax rate.
iGaming and Finance Sector: Malta hosts many licensed iGaming operators. Turnover taxed at standard VAT rate (18%) for B2C services to Maltese customers.
Cost of Living: As a small island, Malta has some unique pricing. Compare prices using percentage change to track inflation's impact on specific goods.
Minimum Wage: National minimum wage (2024) is €925/month. If earning €1,500: 1,500 ÷ 925 × 100 = 162% of minimum wage.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I calculate 18% VAT?

Multiply the amount excluding VAT by 1.18. Example: €500 × 1.18 = €590 including VAT. The VAT amount is €90.

How do I find the price excluding VAT?

Divide the amount including VAT by 1.18. Example: €590 ÷ 1.18 = €500 excl. VAT. Do not subtract 18% directly — the result will be wrong.

What are the reduced VAT rates in Malta?

Malta applies 7% on hotel stays and private medical clinics, 5% on electricity and certain medicines, and 0% on food and water. Use the "Add VAT / %" mode and change the rate from 18% to 7%, 5% or 0% as needed.

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