UK VAT Calculator
Add or remove VAT at 20%, 5% or 0% — instant split.
ℹ️ How to use this tool
Enter an amount, choose the VAT rate (20%, 5% or 0%), then select whether to add VAT to a net price or remove it from a gross price.
💡 Tip: Standard UK rate is 20%. Reduced rate (5%) applies to energy, children's car seats & more. Zero-rated items include food & children's clothing.
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What is the UK VAT Calculator?
The UK VAT Calculator is a free online tool designed to help you make smarter financial decisions, plan budgets accurately, and understand loan repayments without needing a financial advisor. It works entirely in your browser — no download, no installation, and no account required.
How to use the UK VAT Calculator
- Enter your details — Fill in the input fields with the relevant information.
- Click the button — Press Calculate, Convert, or Generate to process your input instantly.
- View your result — Your answer appears immediately on screen. Copy, save, or share it as needed.
Why use Coswaa's UK VAT Calculator?
- ✅ 100% Free — No hidden charges, ever.
- ✅ No Signup Required — Start using immediately, no account needed.
- ✅ Privacy First — Data processed in your browser, not on our servers.
- ✅ Mobile Friendly — Works perfectly on smartphones and tablets.
- ✅ Instant Results — Get accurate answers in under a second.
Who is this tool for?
The UK VAT Calculator is used by millions of people worldwide — from students and freelancers to business owners and professionals. Whether you need a quick calculation for personal use or an accurate result for work, this tool delivers every time.
Coswaa Tools is trusted by 500,000+ monthly users across India, the UK, the US, and over 50 countries. All our tools are free, fast, and built to the highest standards of accuracy and privacy.
Frequently Asked Questions
The standard UK VAT rate is 20%. There is also a reduced rate of 5% for certain goods (e.g., home energy, children's car seats) and a zero rate (0%) for others like most food and children's clothing.
Multiply the net price by 1.20 (for 20% VAT). For example, £100 net × 1.20 = £120 gross. Our calculator does this automatically.
Divide the gross price by 1.20 to get the net price. For example, £120 ÷ 1.20 = £100 net. Use the "Remove VAT" option in our calculator.
You must register for VAT if your taxable turnover exceeds £85,000 in any 12-month period (as of 2024). You can also register voluntarily below this threshold.
VAT (Value Added Tax) is the UK/EU equivalent of sales tax in the US. The key difference is that VAT is collected at each stage of the supply chain, while US sales tax is only charged at the final sale.