UAE VAT Calculator
Add 5% VAT to a price, or take it out of a price that already includes it. VAT has applied in the UAE since 1 January 2018 under Federal Decree-Law No. 8 of 2017.
UAE VAT Calculator (5%)
Enter the amount before VAT. The calculator adds 5% VAT and shows the total.
Quick Reference
- Add VAT: Net × 1.05 = Gross
- Remove VAT: Gross ÷ 1.05 = Net
- VAT only: Net × 0.05 = VAT amount
The UAE VAT rate is 5% (Federal Decree-Law No. 8 of 2017), and this calculator only uses that standard rate. Zero-rated (0%) and exempt sales work differently. A licensed UAE VAT consultant can tell you which rate applies to what you sell.
UAE VAT Basics
Last reviewed: October 2026Most goods and services in the UAE carry VAT at 5%. You must register once your taxable sales and imports pass AED 375,000 over the previous 12 months, or when you expect them to pass it in the next 30 days.
Zero-rated supplies (0%): VAT is charged, but at 0%. This covers exports, international transport, investment-grade precious metals and some healthcare and education services. You can still claim back the VAT you paid on your own costs.
Exempt supplies: No VAT is charged, and you usually can't claim back the VAT on related costs. This covers bare land, residential property (the first sale by a developer may be treated differently), local passenger transport and some financial services.
Filing frequency: Most businesses file every quarter. The return and the payment are due by the 28th day after the tax period ends. The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) sets each business's tax period, and some file monthly.
E-invoicing (phased from 2026): Invoices to other businesses (B2B) and to government (B2G) will have to be sent electronically in the Peppol PINT AE format. A pilot has run since 1 July 2026. If your annual revenue is AED 50 million or more, you start on 1 January 2027 and must appoint an Accredited Service Provider (an approved e-invoicing provider) by 30 October 2026. Smaller businesses start on 1 July 2027.
| Supply Type | VAT Rate | Can you claim back VAT on costs? |
|---|---|---|
| Standard supplies (goods & services) | 5% | Yes |
| Zero-rated (exports, etc.) | 0% | Yes |
| Exempt (residential property, etc.) | Nil | No |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UAE VAT rate?
The standard rate is 5% and has applied since 1 January 2018. Some sales are zero-rated (0%) and some are exempt, which means no VAT is charged.
Who must register for UAE VAT?
You must register if your taxable sales and imports went above AED 375,000 in the previous 12 months, or will go above it in the next 30 days. Below that, you can register by choice once your sales, imports or taxable expenses pass AED 187,500.
How do I calculate VAT on an amount?
To add VAT, multiply the price by 1.05. To take VAT out of a price that includes it, divide by 1.05. For the VAT on its own, multiply the price before VAT by 0.05.
When are UAE VAT returns due?
Most businesses file every quarter, by the 28th day after the tax period ends. The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) sets your tax period, and some businesses file monthly.
Is e-invoicing mandatory in the UAE?
It is coming in stages. A pilot has run since 1 July 2026. Businesses with revenue ≥ AED 50m must send structured e-invoices (Peppol PINT AE) from 1 January 2027. Smaller businesses follow from 1 July 2027.
Need a UAE VAT consultant?
A tax agent registered with the FTA can file your returns and deal with the tax office for you. Find one near you.
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