Taxes & Duties in the UK (2026/27)
The UK tax system is administered by HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC). Taxes include Income Tax, Council Tax, Value Added Tax (VAT) on goods and services, Capital Gains Tax, and Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) on property purchases. Use our directory to access HMRC and devolved calculations.
Key rates: Standard VAT is 20% (standard rate, 5% reduced rate, and 0% zero rate). Capital Gains Tax rates vary between basic rate and higher rate taxpayers, with higher rates applicable to residential property sales.
All Taxes & Duties (Scotland) Calculators
46 calculatorsAnnual Investment Allowance (AIA) Calculator
Calculate UK Annual Investment Allowance (ยฃ1,000,000 AIA cap), 100% year-1 equipment write-offs, and Corporation Tax savings.
Accountant Fees & Tax Return Estimator
Estimate average UK accountant fees for sole traders, limited companies, Self Assessment, and tax deductibility savings.
Business Rates Calculator
Calculate UK Business Rates, Small Business Rate Relief (SBRR 100%), and rateable value multipliers for 2026/27.
Buy-to-Let Section 24 Tax Calculator
Calculate UK Buy-to-Let (BTL) Section 24 tax liabilities, 20% mortgage interest tax credits, and landlord net profit.
Capital Allowances & Depreciation Calculator
Calculate UK Capital Allowances, Annual Investment Allowance (ยฃ1M AIA), and Writing Down Allowances (18% / 6%).
Capital Gains Tax (CGT) Calculator
Calculate UK Capital Gains Tax (CGT) on shares, crypto, and residential property using the ยฃ3,000 exemption allowance.
Carry Forward Tax Losses Calculator UK
Calculate UK business trading loss relief carried forward against future taxable profits for sole traders and limited companies.
UK Company Car Tax Benefit-in-Kind (BiK) Calculator 2026/27
Calculate UK company car tax liabilities (BiK %) based on P11D list price, CO2 emissions, fuel type, and personal income tax band.
Corporation Tax Calculator
Calculate UK Corporation Tax for limited companies, Small Profits Rate (19%), Main Rate (25%), and Marginal Relief.
Council Tax & Domestic Rates Calculator
Calculate UK Council Tax valuation bands (A to H), Single Person Discounts (25%), and monthly instalment breakdowns.
Dividend Tax Allowance Calculator
Calculate UK Dividend Tax liabilities, ยฃ500 tax-free allowance, and dividend tax rates for company directors.
Dividend vs Salary Tax Calculator
Calculate optimal Ltd Company director salary and dividend extraction strategies for 2026/27.
Dual Residency & Second Home Work Expenses Calculator
Calculate HMRC tax relief on second home accommodation and living expenses for temporary workplace assignments.
Energy Saving Renovation VAT Calculator
Calculate UK VAT savings on energy-saving materials (0% VAT relief) and home insulation installations.
First-Time Buyer Stamp Duty (SDLT) Calculator
Calculate UK First-Time Buyer Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) relief, ยฃ300,000 threshold, and savings vs standard buyers.
Gift Tax & IHT 7-Year Rule Calculator
Calculate UK Inheritance Tax (IHT) taper relief on lifetime gifts made 3 to 7 years before death.
High Income Child Benefit Charge (HICBC) Calculator 2026/27
Calculate UK High Income Child Benefit Charge (HICBC) tax deductions, ยฃ60,000 threshold, and net benefit retention.
HMRC Late Tax Filing & Payment Penalty Calculator 2026/27
Calculate HMRC Self Assessment late filing penalties (ยฃ100 + ยฃ10/day), late payment penalty surcharges (5%/10%/15%), and late payment interest.
HMRC Mileage Allowance Payments (AMAP) & Tax Relief Calculator 2026/27
Calculate HMRC statutory business mileage allowances (45p/25p rates) and Mileage Allowance Relief (MAR) tax refunds for using personal cars.
HMRC Payments on Account & January/July Tax Bill Calculator 2026/27
Calculate HMRC Self Assessment balancing payments, 50% advance Payments on Account, and cash required for 31 January and 31 July deadlines.
UK Customs Import Duty & VAT Calculator 2026/27
Calculate UK Customs Duty, 20% Import VAT, courier administration fees, and total landed import costs when buying goods abroad.
Income Tax Calculator
Calculate UK Income Tax liability, Personal Allowance, National Insurance, and net monthly take-home pay for 2026/27.
Inheritance Tax (IHT) Calculator
Calculate UK Inheritance Tax (IHT) liabilities, Nil Rate Band (ยฃ325k), and Residence Nil Rate Band (ยฃ175k).
UK Limited Company Setup & First-Year Costs Calculator 2026/27
Calculate total first-year incorporation fees, accounting software, annual statutory filings, insurance, and accountancy costs for UK Ltd companies.
Limited Company vs Sole Trader Tax Calculator
Compare UK sole trader self-employed taxes against limited company salary and dividend take-home profit.
Marriage Allowance Calculator
Calculate UK Marriage Allowance tax savings (ยฃ252/year) and backdated claims up to ยฃ1,260 for married couples.
Nanny & Domestic Staff Payroll Calculator
Calculate total employer costs for hiring a nanny or domestic staff, including Employer NI, pension, and PAYE tax.
Offshore Funds ERI Calculator
Calculate UK Excess Reportable Income (ERI) tax on offshore reporting funds and CGT base cost adjustments.
PAYE Tax Calculator
Calculate UK Pay As You Earn (PAYE) income tax deductions, Class 1 NI, pension, and net monthly take-home salary.
Property Transaction Tax Calculator UK
Calculate UK property purchase taxes including Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT), Land and Buildings Transaction Tax (LBTT), and Land Transaction Tax (LTT).
Property Income Tax & Buy-to-Let Calculator
Calculate UK rental income tax, Section 24 mortgage interest 20% tax credits, and net landlord profits for 2026/27.
Scottish Income Tax vs Rest of UK Comparison Calculator 2026/27
Compare annual Income Tax and net take-home pay between Scottish Income Tax bands (6-tier system) and Rest of UK rates (rUK 3-tier system).
Self-Assessment Tax Calculator
Calculate UK Self Assessment tax returns, Payments on Account (50% POA), Income Tax, and Class 4 NI liabilities.
Self-Assessment Payments on Account Calculator
Calculate HMRC Payments on Account (50% POA), 31 January & 31 July deadlines, and reduction rules.
UK Self-Employed Class 2 & Class 4 National Insurance Calculator 2026/27
Calculate Self-Employed Class 2 and Class 4 National Insurance Contributions (NICs) based on net sole trader profit thresholds.
Sole Trader Tax & NI Calculator
Calculate UK sole trader self-employed Income Tax, Class 4 National Insurance, and net take-home profit for 2026/27.
Sole Trader vs Limited Company Calculator
Compare sole trader self-employed net profits against limited company director salary and dividend extraction in the UK.
Sole Trader vs Ltd Company Registration Fees Calculator 2026/27
Compare Companies House incorporation fees, annual confirmation statement costs, and registered office expenses for UK business structures.
Statutory Residence Test (SRT) Calculator
Calculate UK tax residence status under the statutory HMRC Statutory Residence Test (SRT) and Sufficient Ties rules.
Tax Refund & Rebate Estimator
Estimate UK PAYE Income Tax refunds, overpayment calculations, and HMRC P800 rebate claims.
VAT Calculator
Calculate UK Value Added Tax (VAT) amounts, net-to-gross prices, gross-to-net prices, and ยฃ90,000 threshold limits.
VAT Calculator UK
Calculate UK Value Added Tax (VAT) additions and deductions. Supports standard 20%, reduced 5%, and zero 0% rates for 2026/27.
VAT Flat Rate Scheme Calculator
Calculate UK VAT Flat Rate Scheme (FRS) liabilities, sector percentage rates, and Limited Cost Trader rules.
VAT Registration Threshold Calculator
Calculate UK VAT registration rules, rolling 12-month turnover tests, and ยฃ90,000 statutory thresholds.
VAT Return Estimator
Calculate UK quarterly VAT returns, Making Tax Digital (MTD) Box 1 & Box 4 totals, and net VAT payable.
VAT Margin Scheme Calculator
Calculate UK VAT Margin Scheme liabilities (16.67% fraction on gross margin) for second-hand cars, antiques, and art.
Tax Tips & Reminders
VAT Registration Limit
If your taxable turnover exceeds ยฃ90,000 in a rolling 12-month period, you must register for VAT.
Tax Thresholds 2026/27
VAT Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the standard VAT rate in the UK?
The standard VAT rate is 20%. A reduced rate of 5% applies to specific items like domestic fuel and electricity, and 0% applies to essential goods.