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UAE VAT Calculator

Add or remove 5% VAT at the UAE's standard rate, with the net, VAT and gross in AED instantly.

This free UAE VAT calculator adds or removes VAT at the UAE's standard rate of 5%. Enter an amount in AED, choose Add or Remove, and it shows the net amount, the VAT and the gross total instantly. No sign-up, and nothing leaves your browser.

Net (excl. VAT)1,000.00 AED
VAT (5%)50.00 AED
Gross (incl. VAT)1,050.00 AED

Adding 5% VAT (United Arab Emirates) to your net amount.

How to add 5% VAT

Multiply the net amount by 0.05 to get the VAT, then add it on. For example, 1,000.00 AED net + 50.00 AED VAT = 1,050.00 AED gross.

How to remove VAT from a price

Divide the VAT-inclusive amount by 1.05. For example, 1,000.00 AED including VAT ÷ 1.05 = 952.38 AED net, so the VAT is 47.62 AED. Subtracting 5% of the gross instead would give 950.00 AED, which understates the net amount. It's the most common VAT mistake.

5% VAT on common amounts

Net (AED)VAT (5%)Gross
100.00 AED5.00 AED105.00 AED
500.00 AED25.00 AED525.00 AED
1,000.00 AED50.00 AED1,050.00 AED
5,000.00 AED250.00 AED5,250.00 AED
10,000.00 AED500.00 AED10,500.00 AED

About VAT in the UAE

VAT (value-added tax) is a consumption tax charged at each stage of supply. Businesses add it to their sales and generally reclaim the VAT they pay on their own purchases, so the tax is ultimately borne by the final consumer.

The standard rate in the UAE is 5%, charged in AED. Reduced or zero rates may apply to some goods and services. Use the calculator's custom rate for those, and confirm current rates with the tax authority before you file.

Frequently asked questions

What is the VAT rate in the UAE?

The standard VAT rate in the UAE is 5%. Some goods and services may be taxed at a reduced or zero rate, so check the rate that applies to what you sell.

How do I add 5% VAT to a price?

Multiply the net price by 0.05 to get the VAT, then add it on. For example, 1,000.00 AED net plus 50.00 AED VAT is 1,050.00 AED gross.

How do I remove VAT from a price in the UAE?

Divide the VAT-inclusive price by 1.05. For example, 1,000.00 AED including VAT is 952.38 AED net and 47.62 AED VAT. Don't just subtract 5% of the gross; that gives 950.00 AED, which is wrong.

Is this UAE VAT calculator free?

Yes. It's completely free, needs no sign-up, and runs entirely in your browser.

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