United Arab Emirates VAT calculator 2026
Add or remove 5% VAT for United Arab Emirates.
- Net (excl. VAT)
- AEDย 100.00
- VAT
- AEDย 5.00
- Gross (incl. VAT)
- AEDย 105.00
How VAT works in United Arab Emirates
The standard VAT rate in United Arab Emirates is 5%, applied to most goods and services. For example, adding VAT to a net price of AEDย 100.00 adds AEDย 5.00 in tax for a gross price of AEDย 105.00; removing VAT from AEDย 105.00 gives back the AEDย 100.00 net price.
| Rate type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Standard rate | 5% |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the VAT rate in United Arab Emirates?
The standard VAT rate in United Arab Emirates is 5%. Reduced rates may apply to specific goods and services.
How do I remove VAT from a gross price?
Switch to remove mode and enter the gross amount. We divide it by 1 plus the VAT rate to get the net price.
How do I add VAT to a net price?
Use add mode and enter the net amount. We multiply it by 1 plus the VAT rate to get the gross price including VAT.
Are reduced VAT rates included?
The calculator uses the standard rate of 5% by default. Many countries apply reduced rates to food, books or medicine, so check the rate for your specific category.
Is the VAT rate up to date?
We use the current standard rate for United Arab Emirates (5%). Rates change only when the law changes, and we update them when that happens.
Estimates based on 2026 rates. For guidance only, not tax advice.
Rates updated June 2026