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United Arab Emirates VAT Calculator (5%)

The UAE charges a flat 5% VAT across mainland business operations, with zero-rated exports and international transport. Calculate both forward tax addition and backward reverse extraction on any gross receipt amount.

Standard Statutory Rate

United Arab Emirates standard Value Added Tax rate is 5%

Currency: AED (AED) • Reverse Multiplier: 1 + 0.05

AED
Net Price:AED100.00
VAT (5%):+AED5.00
Total Gross:
AED105.00

This tax calculator runs entirely client-side. No invoice amounts or business figures are saved or transmitted.

How VAT is calculated in United Arab Emirates

In United Arab Emirates, the statutory value added tax rate of 5% is applied to taxable products and services.

Add Tax (Exclusive): Gross = Net × (1 + 0.05)

Reverse Tax (Inclusive): Net = Gross ÷ (1 + 0.05)

Extracted Tax: Tax Amount = Gross - Net

Invoicing & Compliance Best Practices

  • Tax Invoices: Clearly separate the pre-tax net sum from the statutory 5% VAT line item.
  • Reverse Charge: For cross-border B2B purchases, verify whether reverse-charge accounting mechanisms apply under local regulations.
  • Exemptions: Certain essential items (such as healthcare, education, or staple foods) may qualify for zero-rating or reduced rates.

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