UK VAT Calculator 2025/26
Add VAT to a net amount or remove VAT from a gross amount instantly. Supports standard (20%), reduced (5%), and zero rates.
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Last updated: April 2026
UK VAT rates explained
| Rate | % | Examples |
|---|
| Standard rate | 20% | Most goods and services |
| Reduced rate | 5% | Home energy, children's car seats, mobility aids |
| Zero rate | 0% | Most food, children's clothing, books, newspapers |
How to add VAT to a price
To add 20% VAT to a net price, multiply by 1.20. For example, £100 net + 20% VAT = £120 gross.
How to remove VAT from a price
To remove 20% VAT from a gross price, divide by 1.20. £120 gross ÷ 1.20 = £100 net. Don't simply calculate 20% of the gross price — that gives the wrong answer.
Frequently asked questions
What is the VAT registration threshold?
Businesses with a UK taxable turnover of more than £90,000 in the past 12 months (or expecting to exceed this in the next 30 days) must register for VAT. The threshold has been £90,000 since April 2024.
What's the difference between zero-rated and exempt?
Zero-rated goods are technically VAT-able but at 0%. Businesses selling zero-rated goods can still reclaim input VAT. VAT-exempt goods are completely outside the VAT system — businesses selling only exempt goods cannot reclaim input VAT. Examples of exempt items include insurance, financial services, and private education.