UK VAT Calculator
Add or remove 20% VAT at the UK's standard rate, with the net, VAT and gross in GBP instantly.
This free UK VAT calculator adds or removes VAT at the UK's standard rate of 20%. Enter an amount in GBP, 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.
Adding 20% VAT (United Kingdom) to your net amount.
How to add 20% VAT
Multiply the net amount by 0.2 to get the VAT, then add it on. For example, 1,000.00 GBP net + 200.00 GBP VAT = 1,200.00 GBP gross.
How to remove VAT from a price
Divide the VAT-inclusive amount by 1.2. For example, 1,000.00 GBP including VAT ÷ 1.2 = 833.33 GBP net, so the VAT is 166.67 GBP. Subtracting 20% of the gross instead would give 800.00 GBP, which understates the net amount. It's the most common VAT mistake.
20% VAT on common amounts
| Net (GBP) | VAT (20%) | Gross |
|---|---|---|
| 100.00 GBP | 20.00 GBP | 120.00 GBP |
| 500.00 GBP | 100.00 GBP | 600.00 GBP |
| 1,000.00 GBP | 200.00 GBP | 1,200.00 GBP |
| 5,000.00 GBP | 1,000.00 GBP | 6,000.00 GBP |
| 10,000.00 GBP | 2,000.00 GBP | 12,000.00 GBP |
About VAT in the UK
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 UK is 20%, charged in GBP. 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 UK?
The standard VAT rate in the UK is 20%. 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 20% VAT to a price?
Multiply the net price by 0.2 to get the VAT, then add it on. For example, 1,000.00 GBP net plus 200.00 GBP VAT is 1,200.00 GBP gross.
How do I remove VAT from a price in the UK?
Divide the VAT-inclusive price by 1.2. For example, 1,000.00 GBP including VAT is 833.33 GBP net and 166.67 GBP VAT. Don't just subtract 20% of the gross; that gives 800.00 GBP, which is wrong.
Is this UK VAT calculator free?
Yes. It's completely free, needs no sign-up, and runs entirely in your browser.
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- Sweden VAT 25%
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- Norway VAT 25%
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