UAE VAT Calculator
Enter an amount and choose whether it already includes VAT or not.
Reflects Flat 5% (since 2018) rates (effective 2018-01-01).
Last checked 2026-09-11 · v1. Tax rules change — verify against an official source before relying on this for a filing.
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UAE VAT Calculator
Add or remove UAE VAT from an amount.
This is an estimate for general informational purposes only. Some goods and services are zero-rated or VAT-exempt — verify the correct treatment for your specific item with the Federal Tax Authority.
The UAE applies a flat 5% VAT rate on most goods and services, in effect since VAT was introduced on 1 January 2018. Some categories (certain healthcare, education and exports) are zero-rated or exempt.
Example
- With the default values shown above, this calculator returns: Net Amount ≈ AED 100.00; VAT Amount ≈ AED 5.00; Total (incl. VAT) ≈ AED 105.00.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was VAT introduced in the UAE?
VAT was introduced on 1 January 2018 at a flat rate of 5%, and has not changed since.
Is everything taxed at 5%?
No — certain sectors like healthcare, education, and exports outside the GCC can be zero-rated, and some financial services are exempt. Most everyday goods and services are taxed at the standard 5% rate.