UK VAT Calculator — Online VAT Calculator
Add or remove VAT at the standard 20% rate or custom rates. Calculate net, VAT amount, and gross totals instantly with our uk vat calculator.
The standard UK VAT rate is 20%, which applies to most goods and services. A reduced rate of 5% applies to some items like children's car seats, home energy, and sanitary products. Some goods are zero-rated (0%), including most food, children's clothing, and books.
To add VAT: multiply the net amount by the VAT rate and add it to the net price.
To remove VAT: divide the gross amount by (1 + VAT rate) to get the net price.
Understanding UK Value Added Tax (VAT)
Value Added Tax (VAT) is a consumption tax charged on goods and services sold by registered businesses in the United Kingdom. The standard VAT rate in the UK is 20%, but reduced rates or exemptions apply to certain categories of goods.
How to Add or Remove VAT
To compute VAT additions or exclusions, use the following formulas:
- Add 20% VAT: Gross Amount = Net Amount * 1.20.
- Calculate VAT Portion (Adding): VAT = Net Amount * 0.20.
- Remove 20% VAT: Net Amount = Gross Amount / 1.20.
- Calculate VAT Portion (Removing): VAT = Gross Amount - (Gross Amount / 1.20) [or Gross Amount / 6].
Current UK VAT Schedule & Rates
| Parameter / Bracket | Rate / Amount |
|---|---|
| Standard VAT Rate | 20% |
| Reduced VAT Rate (e.g. domestic energy) | 5% |
| Zero-Rate VAT (e.g. food, books, children clothes) | 0% |
| VAT Registration Threshold | £90,000 annual taxable turnover |
Frequently Asked Questions about UK VAT
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