🇬🇧United Kingdom VAT (Value Added Tax) Calculator
Add or remove UK VAT at 20% standard and 5% reduced rates. Calculate net, VAT, and gross amounts with reverse VAT extraction.
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United Kingdom VAT (Value Added Tax)
United Kingdom • Currency: GBP ($)
Calculation Mode & Tax Rates
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$1$5,000
Total Price (Tax-Inclusive)
$120
Net (Tax-Excl.)$100
VAT (20%)$20
Gross (Tax-Incl.)$120
Invoice Accounting SummaryVAT (Value Added Tax)
Taxable Amount (20%):$100
Calculated Tax (20%):+$20
Total Payable:$120
Mathematical Step:
Gross = Net (100) + [Net × 20% (20)]
Quick Reference Table (20% VAT (Value Added Tax))Adding tax to base prices
| Base Input | Net Price | Tax Amount (20%) | Total Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| $10 | $10 | +$2 | $12 |
| $25 | $25 | +$5 | $30 |
| $50 | $50 | +$10 | $60 |
| $100 | $100 | +$20 | $120 |
| $250 | $250 | +$50 | $300 |
| $500 | $500 | +$100 | $600 |
| $1,000 | $1,000 | +$200 | $1,200 |
United Kingdom Tax Rules: VAT (Value Added Tax)
In the UK, HMRC sets standard VAT at 20%, reduced rate at 5% (domestic energy and health aids), and zero rate at 0% (essential food and books).
HMRC standard VAT rate of 20%, reduced 5%, and zero-rated 0%.
Add VAT (exclusive to inclusive) or remove VAT (inclusive to exclusive).
Compliant invoice format showing net total, VAT breakdown, and gross amount.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is VAT in the UK?
UK VAT is 20% at the standard rate. A reduced 5% rate applies to domestic energy and children's car seats, and most food, children's clothes, books and newspapers are zero-rated at 0%. Businesses must register once taxable turnover passes £90,000.
What are the statutory VAT / sales tax rates in United Kingdom?
In the UK, HMRC sets standard VAT at 20%, reduced rate at 5% (domestic energy and health aids), and zero rate at 0% (essential food and books).