VAT rates 2026

VAT rates in Latvia

The standard VAT rate in Latvia is 21%, with reduced rates of 12% and 5%.

Standard rate

21%

Reduced rate

12%

Reduced rate

5%

Latvia VAT calculator

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Which rate applies?

The standard rate of 21% applies to most goods and services. The reduced rates (12% and 5%) apply only to goods and services listed in the VAT law of Latvia, typically food, books, medicines, public transport or accommodation; the exact lists differ by country and change often, so check the tax authority's list for your products.

VAT in Latvia at a glance

  • Local name: PVN (pievienotās vērtības nodoklis)
  • Tax authority: The State Revenue Service (VID)
  • VAT number: PVN reģistrācijas numurs (PVN), LV + 11 digits. Format, check digit and common mistakes.
  • Currency: EUR.

Selling to Latvia from another country

B2B sales of goods and services between VAT-registered businesses in different EU countries are usually invoiced without VAT under the reverse charge. You must check that your customer's VAT number is valid, ideally when they place the order, and keep the result as proof. Check a Latvia VAT number in the VAT number checker, or many at once with the bulk VAT validator.

Rates from the open-source ibericode/vat-rates data set, updated October 1, 2026. Always confirm rates with the national tax authority before relying on them.

Frequently asked questions

What is the VAT rate in Latvia?

The standard VAT rate in Latvia is 21%. Reduced rates of 12% and 5% apply to specific goods and services.

How do I calculate VAT in Latvia?

Multiply the net price by 21% to get the VAT, or by 1.21 to get the gross price. To get the net price from a gross price, divide by 1.21. The calculator on this page does it for every rate.

What does a Latvia VAT number look like?

LV + 11 digits, e.g. LV40003521600. See the Latvia VAT number format.

What is VAT called in Latvia?

PVN (pievienotās vērtības nodoklis). It is administered by the State Revenue Service (VID).

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{
  "country_code": "LU",
  "vat_number": "26375245",
  "format_valid": true,
  "checksum_valid": true,
  "registration_info": {
    "is_registered": true,
    "name": "AMAZON EUROPE CORE S.A R.L.",
    "address": "38, AVENUE JOHN F. KENNEDY\nL-1855  LUXEMBOURG",
    "address_parts": null,
    "checked_at": "2026-10-16T09:12:44.000000Z"
  },
  "registration_info_history": []
}

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