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UAE VAT Calculator 2026

Free UAE VAT Calculator 2026. Add or remove 5% Value Added Tax for invoices, receipts and expenses. VAT calculation for Dubai, Abu Dhabi and all Emirates, including reverse VAT and net-to-gross breakdown.

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VAT Calculation

Amount (AED)

The amount to apply VAT to.

VAT Rate (%)

5% standard in the UAE.

Calculation Type

Financial Disclaimer: This calculator applies the UAE's standard 5% VAT rate as published by the Federal Tax Authority (FTA). It cannot determine whether a specific supply is zero-rated or exempt, which changes the correct rate. This is not tax advice — verify VAT treatment and filing obligations with the FTA or a qualified tax adviser before relying on the result for invoicing or compliance. Full disclaimer.

Sources & methodology

Formula:: Add VAT (net to gross)
Reference:: Federal Tax Authority (FTA)
Rates for:: 2026
Figures verified:: August 2026 — checked against the primary source above
Scheduled re-verification:: March 2027

Calculation type: Rule-based calculation. Uses 2026 rates and thresholds. Figures are taken from Federal Tax Authority (FTA) and The Official Portal of the UAE Government (u.ae) — see sources below.

Reviewed by Team GlobalCalqulate — Verifies each figure against the issuing authority's published source · Checked 8 August 2026

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Formula & methodology

Formula used

Add VAT (net to gross)

vat = net × rate; gross = net + vat

VAT is calculated on the net amount you enter, then added to give the gross (VAT-inclusive) total.

Remove VAT (gross to net)

net = gross ÷ (1 + rate); vat = gross − net

The gross (VAT-inclusive) amount is divided by 1 plus the VAT rate to back out the net amount, and the VAT portion is the difference.

Variable definitions

Symbol	Meaning	Unit
rate	VAT rate. the standard UAE VAT rate, 5% since 1 January 2018	ratio
net	Net amount. amount excluding VAT	AED
gross	Gross amount. amount including VAT	AED

Step-by-step calculation

1. Choose direction
Select 'Add VAT' if your amount excludes VAT, or 'Remove VAT' if it already includes VAT.
2. Apply the rate
The standard 5% rate is applied (or your entered rate, if different).
3. Show the breakdown
Net amount, VAT amount and gross amount are all shown so you can see the split.

Limitations

This calculator applies the standard 5% rate uniformly — it does not determine whether a specific supply is zero-rated (e.g. certain exports, international transport) or exempt (e.g. bare land, some financial services, residential rent in specific cases), which affects the correct rate to use.
VAT registration thresholds (AED 375,000 mandatory, AED 187,500 voluntary) are turnover-based and depend on a business's total taxable supplies over 12 months — this tool does not track turnover history.

This page is educational. It applies published rates and thresholds to the figures you enter and shows the arithmetic behind the result. It is an estimate, not a tax determination: your actual liability depends on circumstances this calculator does not collect, and only the relevant tax authority — or an accountant who can see your full position — can confirm what you owe.

Sources & references

Federal Tax Authority — VAT — Federal Tax Authority (FTA)
UAE Government — VAT — The Official Portal of the UAE Government (u.ae)

Help & FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common questions to help you use this calculator confidently.

What is the VAT rate in the UAE?

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The standard rate is 5%, unchanged since VAT was introduced on 1 January 2018. Federal Decree-Law No. 16 of 2025 and No. 17 of 2025 (effective 1 January 2026) updated administrative and compliance provisions but did not change the standard rate.

How do I add or remove VAT from an amount?

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To add VAT to a net (VAT-exclusive) amount, multiply by 5% and add it: AED 100 + 5% = AED 105. To remove VAT from a gross (VAT-inclusive) amount, divide by 1.05 to find the net amount, then subtract to find the VAT portion.

When must a business register for VAT in the UAE?

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Registration is mandatory once taxable supplies and imports exceed AED 375,000 over the preceding 12 months, or are expected to in the next 30 days. Voluntary registration is available from AED 187,500 in taxable turnover.

Does UAE VAT apply to all goods and services?

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No. Most supplies are taxed at the standard 5% rate, but some are zero-rated (e.g. certain exports and international transport) or exempt (e.g. bare land, some financial services). This calculator applies the standard rate only — it does not classify specific supplies.

Does VAT apply to individuals or only businesses?

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VAT is charged on goods and services purchased by anyone, but only VAT-registered businesses are responsible for collecting it and remitting it to the Federal Tax Authority (FTA).

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Key Tips

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The UAE standard VAT rate is 5% – one of the lowest in the world.
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VAT is charged on most goods and services in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and all Emirates.
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Some goods and services are VAT-exempt or zero-rated.
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Businesses must register for VAT once taxable supplies exceed AED 375,000 (mandatory) or AED 187,500 (voluntary).
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Input tax deduction allows businesses to reclaim VAT on business purchases.

VAT in the UAE 2026

UAE VAT Rate

The standard VAT rate in the UAE is 5%. It applies to most goods and services supplied in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and other Emirates, as regulated by the Federal Tax Authority (FTA).

How to Calculate VAT

To calculate VAT, multiply the net amount by 5%. To reverse VAT from a gross amount, divide the total by 1.05 to find the net value and VAT portion.

VAT Registration

Businesses must register for VAT if their taxable supplies and imports exceed AED 375,000 over the preceding 12 months (or are expected to in the next 30 days) — the FTA's mandatory registration threshold. Voluntary registration is available once taxable supplies exceed AED 187,500.

VAT for Individuals

VAT applies to goods and services purchased by individuals, but only VAT-registered businesses are responsible for collecting and remitting VAT to the FTA.

Formula & methodology

Formula used

Add VAT (net to gross)

vat = net × rate; gross = net + vat

VAT is calculated on the net amount you enter, then added to give the gross (VAT-inclusive) total.

Remove VAT (gross to net)

net = gross ÷ (1 + rate); vat = gross − net

The gross (VAT-inclusive) amount is divided by 1 plus the VAT rate to back out the net amount, and the VAT portion is the difference.

Variable definitions

Symbol	Meaning	Unit
rate	VAT rate. the standard UAE VAT rate, 5% since 1 January 2018	ratio
net	Net amount. amount excluding VAT	AED
gross	Gross amount. amount including VAT	AED

Step-by-step calculation

1. Choose direction
Select 'Add VAT' if your amount excludes VAT, or 'Remove VAT' if it already includes VAT.
2. Apply the rate
The standard 5% rate is applied (or your entered rate, if different).
3. Show the breakdown
Net amount, VAT amount and gross amount are all shown so you can see the split.

Limitations

This calculator applies the standard 5% rate uniformly — it does not determine whether a specific supply is zero-rated (e.g. certain exports, international transport) or exempt (e.g. bare land, some financial services, residential rent in specific cases), which affects the correct rate to use.
VAT registration thresholds (AED 375,000 mandatory, AED 187,500 voluntary) are turnover-based and depend on a business's total taxable supplies over 12 months — this tool does not track turnover history.

Calculator inputs

VAT Calculation

Your results

Sources & methodology

Formula & methodology

Formula used

Add VAT (net to gross)

Remove VAT (gross to net)

Variable definitions

Step-by-step calculation

Limitations

Sources & references

What is the VAT rate in the UAE?

How do I add or remove VAT from an amount?

When must a business register for VAT in the UAE?

Does UAE VAT apply to all goods and services?

Does VAT apply to individuals or only businesses?

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Calculator inputs

VAT Calculation

Your results

Sources & methodology

How to Use This Calculator

Example: 100 AED with 5% VAT (Add)

Understanding Your Results

Key Tips

VAT in the UAE 2026

UAE VAT Rate

How to Calculate VAT

VAT Registration

VAT for Individuals

Formula & methodology

Formula used

Add VAT (net to gross)

Remove VAT (gross to net)

Variable definitions

Step-by-step calculation

Limitations

Sources & references

How to Use This Calculator

Example: 100 AED with 5% VAT (Add)

Understanding Your Results

Key Tips

VAT in the UAE 2026

UAE VAT Rate

How to Calculate VAT

VAT Registration

VAT for Individuals