Free bookkeeping tools
Quick, free tools to help with everyday bookkeeping questions. Everything runs in your browser – nothing you type is sent anywhere.
VAT calculator
Add VAT to a net price, or remove VAT from a gross (VAT-inclusive) amount.
- Net amount
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- VAT
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- Gross amount
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Tip: to remove 20% VAT, divide the gross amount by 1.2. More in our VAT guide.
Upcoming HMRC deadlines
A live countdown to the next key dates for Self Assessment, Making Tax Digital and payroll. Dates within 30 days are highlighted in red.
VAT returns and payments are due one calendar month and seven days after the end of each VAT period, so your dates depend on your VAT quarters.
Making Tax Digital for Income Tax checker
Enter your gross income (turnover before expenses) from self-employment and property for the relevant tax year.
Employment income, dividends and partnership income don't count towards qualifying income. Read the full MTD for Income Tax guide.
How long should I keep my records?
Some records must be kept longer – for example if HMRC has opened an enquiry, or for assets you still own. See how long to keep business records.
Key rates for 2026/27 at a glance
| Item | 2026/27 |
|---|---|
| VAT registration threshold | £90,000 (deregistration £88,000) |
| VAT rates | 20% standard, 5% reduced, 0% zero |
| Personal Allowance | £12,570 |
| National Living Wage (21+) | £12.71 per hour |
| Employer National Insurance | 15% above £5,000 a year |
| Employment Allowance | Up to £10,500 |
| Auto-enrolment earnings trigger | £10,000 a year |
| MTD for Income Tax | Qualifying income over £50,000 (from April 2026) |
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