VAT calculator
Use this tool to calculate the VAT contained within a total amount, or the VAT charged on a net amount.
A change to the standard rate of VAT was announced in the pre budget report on 24 November 2008. Effective from 1 December 2008 for a period of 13 months, the standard rate of VAT is 15%. Prior to that date the standard rate of VAT was 17.5%.
When calculating the standard rate of VAT, if the invoice or receipt is dated prior to 1 December 2008, choose '17.5% Standard Rate', if the invoice or receipt is dated on or after 1 December 2008 choose '15% Standard Rate'.
This page was last reviewed on 25 November 2008. The information may not reflect changes in legislation made after this date.
This is only a guide to your tax position and should not be relied on in place of professional accounting or tax advice. Any calculated figures are illustrative and are based on the data you provided.
