UAE VAT Calculator
Calculate 5% VAT - Add or Remove VAT from prices
UAE VAT Information
VAT (Value Added Tax) in the UAE is currently set at 5% on most goods and services.
VAT Exempt Items:
- Residential properties (first sale)
- Local passenger transport
- Certain educational services
- Healthcare services
Zero-rated Items:
- Exports outside GCC
- International transport
- Certain investment-grade metals
- Educational materials and supplies
Note: This calculator uses the standard 5% VAT rate. Some items may be exempt or zero-rated.
Frequently Asked Questions
Value Added Tax (VAT) was introduced across the UAE on January 1, 2018, at a standard rate of 5%.
Businesses must register for VAT if their taxable supplies and imports exceed AED 375,000 per year. Registration is optional if supplies exceed AED 187,500.
Currently, there is no personal income tax in the UAE. However, a Corporate Tax of 9% was introduced in June 2023 for businesses with profits exceeding AED 375,000.
Yes, some categories are zero-rated, including exports outside the GCC, international transport, certain investment-grade precious metals, and some education and healthcare services.