UK VAT Calculator

Add VAT to a net price, or remove VAT from a gross total — instantly.

Net amount (ex. VAT)

VAT rate

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Rates per HMRC. Standard rate 20% since January 2011. For guidance only — not professional tax advice.

UK VAT rates at a glance

Rate	Name	Applies to	Multiplier
20%	Standard	Most goods & services	× 1.20
5%	Reduced	Energy, car seats, renovations	× 1.05
0%	Zero-rated	Food, books, children's clothing	× 1.00

Multiply the net price by 1.20 for the standard 20% rate. Example: £100 × 1.20 = £120 gross. The £20 difference is the VAT amount. Use the calculator above for any amount instantly.

Divide the gross price by 1.20 to find the net amount at 20% VAT. For the VAT portion alone, multiply gross by 1/6. Example: £120 ÷ 1.20 = £100 net. Use the Remove VAT tab above.

The standard UK VAT rate is 20% since 4 January 2011. Reduced rate of 5% applies to domestic energy and some renovations. Zero rate (0%) covers most food, books, and children's clothing.

You must register when taxable turnover exceeds £90,000 (2024/25). You can also register voluntarily to reclaim VAT on business purchases. Always verify the current threshold with HMRC.

About addvat.co.uk

addvat.co.uk is a free UK VAT calculator built for businesses, freelancers, sole traders, and individuals who need to calculate VAT quickly and accurately. Whether you are adding VAT to a net price for an invoice or stripping VAT from a gross total to find the net amount, this tool handles both in seconds.

We support all three official HMRC VAT rates — standard 20%, reduced 5%, and zero 0% — plus a custom rate field. Results update instantly as you type. No account, no sign-up, and no personal information required.

VAT rates are sourced from HMRC's official VAT rates guidance. This tool is for guidance only and does not constitute professional tax advice.

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Email: hello@addvat.co.uk — we aim to respond within 2 business days.

For official VAT guidance visit HMRC gov.uk.

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