VAT calculator
Add VAT to a price, or find out how much of a total is VAT. Standard, reduced and zero rates.
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The quick maths
To add 20% VAT, multiply the net price by 1.2. To take it out of a VAT-inclusive total, divide by 1.2: the difference is the VAT. A common mistake is taking 20% off the total, which gives too little (20% of £120 is £24, but the VAT in £120 is £20).
The reduced 5% rate covers things like home energy and children's car seats; zero-rated goods include most food, books and children's clothes. You only charge VAT once you're registered, which is required when taxable turnover passes £90,000 in a rolling 12 months.
What's the VAT rate in the UK?
The standard rate is 20%. There's a reduced rate of 5% and a zero rate for some goods and services. Some things are exempt altogether.
When do I have to register for VAT?
When your VAT-taxable turnover goes over £90,000 in any rolling 12-month period, or you expect it to in the next 30 days. You can register voluntarily below that.
What must a VAT invoice show?
Your VAT number, a unique invoice number, the date, the time of supply if different, your and your customer's names and addresses, a description, the net amount, the rate and the VAT for each rate, and the total.
Do I charge VAT to clients abroad?
Often not: most services to business clients outside the UK are outside the scope of UK VAT. Rules differ for goods and for consumers, so check HMRC's place of supply guidance.
Invoices with the VAT done right.
Fenquist calculates VAT on every line and lays it out the way HMRC expects.