VAT calculator

Add VAT to a price, or work backwards to remove VAT from a VAT-inclusive total.

UK VAT rates

Rate	Applies to
20% standard	Most goods and services
5% reduced	Domestic energy, children’s car seats, some energy-saving installations
0% zero	Most food, children’s clothes, books and newspapers

To remove 20% VAT, divide the gross price by 1.2. Don’t subtract 20%: taking 20% off £120 gives £96, but the real net price is £100.

What is 20% VAT on £1,000?

£200, making a gross price of £1,200. The VAT included in a £1,000 gross price is £166.67.