VAT Calculator 2026 UK – Add or Remove VAT

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Select the rate that applies to the goods or services.

⌨ VAT calculation

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Price excluding VAT

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This calculator is a quick arithmetic tool, not tax advice. Check the exact VAT liability of a product or service with HMRC.

◎ Calculation result

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2026

UK VAT rates in 2026

Common national rates for quick calculations. The exact treatment depends on the supply.

Rate	Typical application
20% · Standard rate	Most goods and services
5% · Reduced rate	Selected goods and services, including domestic fuel and power
0% · Zero rate	Most food, children’s clothes and other zero-rated supplies

Official source: HM Revenue & Customs – VAT rates.

UK VAT calculation examples

How to add and remove VAT

How to add VAT to a net price

Multiply the net amount by 1 plus the VAT rate. At 20%, £100 × 1.20 gives a gross price of £120 and VAT of £20.

How to remove VAT from a gross price

Divide the VAT-inclusive price by 1 plus the VAT rate. For 20% VAT, £120 ÷ 1.20 is £100 net. Simply subtracting 20% is incorrect.

UK VAT rates in 2026

The standard UK rate is 20%, the reduced rate is 5%, and a 0% rate applies to specified zero-rated supplies. Exempt supplies are different from zero-rated supplies.

Rounding VAT amounts

Results are rounded to two decimal places for display. Invoice and scheme-specific rounding rules may differ, so accounting records should follow HMRC guidance.

VAT Calculator 2026 – FAQ

What is the standard UK VAT rate in 2026?

The standard rate is 20% and applies to most goods and services.

How do I calculate VAT backwards?

Divide the gross price by 1 plus the VAT rate. At 20%, divide by 1.20.

Is zero-rated the same as VAT exempt?

No. Zero-rated supplies are taxable at 0%, while exempt supplies are outside normal VAT charging rules and can affect input-tax recovery.

Does the calculator choose the correct VAT rate?

No. You select the rate; classification depends on the exact goods, services and circumstances.

Does the calculator store amounts?

No. Calculations run in your browser and entered amounts are not sent to a server.

VAT Calculator 2026

Choose a VAT rate

UK VAT rates in 2026

UK VAT calculation examples

How to add and remove VAT

How to add VAT to a net price

How to remove VAT from a gross price

UK VAT rates in 2026

Rounding VAT amounts

VAT Calculator 2026 – FAQ

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