United Kingdom

United Kingdom VAT calculator

Add or remove United Kingdom VAT. The 20% standard rate is preset; choose a reduced or zero rate if it applies.

What do you want to do?

United Kingdom VAT rates (2026-06)

  • Standard rate — 20%. The UK standard VAT rate of 20% applies to most goods and services.
  • Reduced rate — 5%. 5% reduced rate for items such as domestic fuel and power, children's car seats, and some energy-saving materials.
  • Zero rate — 0%. 0% for most food, books and newspapers, children's clothing, and many other zero-rated goods.

Picking the right rate

Most goods and services use the standard rate. Reduced and zero rates are limited to defined categories such as food, books, or energy in some member states. When in doubt, check the official guidance linked below for the specific product.

Source: www.gov.uk · checked .

FAQ

What is the United Kingdom VAT rate?

United Kingdom's standard VAT rate is 20%. The UK standard VAT rate of 20% applies to most goods and services. Reduced and zero rates apply to specific categories.

How do I work out United Kingdom VAT on a price that already includes it?

Choose 'Remove tax', pick the rate, and enter the gross amount. The net base is the gross divided by 1 plus the rate; the tax is the difference. At 20% a gross of GBP 100 has a net of GBP 83.33.

Which VAT rates does United Kingdom have?

United Kingdom applies standard rate 20%, reduced rate 5%, plus a zero / exempt category for qualifying supplies. Pick the rate that matches your goods or service; confirm the category with the official source.

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Estimate only. Not tax advice. UK VAT rates and which goods or services qualify for the reduced or zero rate are set by HMRC; confirm the correct rate for your transaction. Rates as of 2026-06.