Add or remove UK VAT instantly — 20%, 5% and custom rates
Our free VAT calculator lets you add VAT to a net price or remove VAT from a gross price in seconds. Supports all UK VAT rates — standard 20%, reduced 5%, zero-rated 0%, and custom rates. The UK VAT calculator trusted by freelancers, business owners and accountants. No sign-up, no cost.
| Rate | What it applies to | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Standard (20%) | Most goods and services | Electronics, clothing, software, professional services |
| Reduced (5%) | Specific goods/services | Energy bills, children's car seats, stop-smoking products |
| Zero (0%) | VAT-exempt categories | Most food, books, children's clothes, prescription medicine |
| Exempt | Not subject to VAT at all | Financial services, insurance, education, healthcare |
UK VAT registration threshold 2026: £90,000 annual turnover. Businesses above this must register and charge VAT.
To add 20% VAT to a net price, multiply by 1.20. For example: £100 net × 1.20 = £120 gross. The calculator above does this instantly — just enter your net price and select the VAT rate.
To remove 20% VAT from a gross price, divide by 1.20 (not multiply by 0.8 — that gives the wrong answer). For example: £120 ÷ 1.20 = £100 net. Switch the calculator to "Remove VAT" mode above.
The standard UK VAT rate is 20%. There is also a reduced rate of 5% for items like domestic energy and children's car seats, and a zero rate (0%) for most food, books, and children's clothing.
The UK VAT registration threshold for 2026 is £90,000 annual turnover. If your taxable turnover exceeds this over a 12-month period, you must register for VAT with HMRC.
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