VAT calculator for the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and Oman
Pick the country, choose whether to add or remove VAT, and enter the amount.
GCC VAT rates
| Country | Standard rate | Add VAT | Remove VAT |
|---|---|---|---|
| UAE | 5% | × 1.05 | ÷ 1.05 |
| Saudi Arabia | 15% | × 1.15 | ÷ 1.15 |
| Bahrain | 10% | × 1.10 | ÷ 1.10 |
| Oman | 5% | × 1.05 | ÷ 1.05 |
| Qatar | No VAT | ||
| Kuwait | No VAT | ||
How VAT is calculated
Add VAT: VAT = net × rate, total = net × (1 + rate)
Remove VAT: net = total ÷ (1 + rate), VAT = total − net
Results are rounded to 2 decimal places. On invoices, VAT is usually rounded per line or per invoice, so the last digit can differ slightly from a supplier's figure.
Worked examples
| Case | Calculation | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Add 5% to AED 1,000 | 1,000 × 1.05 | AED 1,050 (VAT 50) |
| Remove 15% from SAR 1,150 | 1,150 ÷ 1.15 | SAR 1,000 (VAT 150) |
| Add 10% to BHD 100 | 100 × 1.10 | BHD 110 (VAT 10) |
Example 1: quoting a price in Dubai
A freelance designer in Dubai charges AED 1,000 for a logo. With 5% VAT the client pays 1,000 × 1.05 = AED 1,050, of which AED 50 is VAT.
Example 2: finding the VAT on a Saudi receipt
A receipt in Riyadh shows SAR 1,150 including VAT. The price before VAT is 1,150 ÷ 1.15 = SAR 1,000, so the VAT is SAR 150.
Example 3: a bill in Bahrain
A service costs BHD 100 before VAT. At Bahrain's 10% rate the total is BHD 110.
Example 4: a round shelf price in Saudi Arabia
A shop wants a shelf price of SAR 100 including VAT. The price before VAT is 100 ÷ 1.15 = SAR 86.96, and the VAT is SAR 13.04.
Example 5: a receipt in Oman
A receipt shows OMR 52.500 including 5% VAT. The net price is 52.500 ÷ 1.05 = OMR 50.000, so the VAT is OMR 2.500.
Example 6: removing VAT in Bahrain
A bill of BHD 220 includes 10% VAT. Dividing by 1.10 gives BHD 200 before VAT, so the VAT is BHD 20.
When VAT started and who must register
| Country | VAT history | Must register above | May register above |
|---|---|---|---|
| UAE | 5% since 1 January 2018 | AED 375,000 | AED 187,500 |
| Saudi Arabia | 5% from 1 January 2018, 15% since 1 July 2020 | SAR 375,000 | SAR 187,500 |
| Bahrain | 5% from 1 January 2019, 10% since 1 January 2022 | BHD 37,500 | BHD 18,750 |
| Oman | 5% since 16 April 2021 | OMR 38,500 | OMR 19,250 |
Thresholds are for taxable sales over 12 months. Check the current rules with the tax authority: FTA (UAE), ZATCA (Saudi Arabia), NBR (Bahrain) or Tax Authority (Oman).
Standard-rated, zero-rated and exempt
Most goods and services carry the standard rate. Zero-rated supplies, such as exports, carry VAT at 0%, and the seller can still recover the VAT it paid on its costs. Exempt supplies, such as residential rent in many cases, carry no VAT, and the seller cannot recover its input VAT. The lists differ by country, so check the authority's guides for a specific item.
Tax invoices and decimals
Only VAT-registered businesses may charge VAT, and their invoices must show their VAT number and the VAT amount. Saudi Arabia has required electronic invoices (FATOORA) since 4 December 2021. Bahraini dinars and Omani rials have three decimal places (1,000 fils or baisa), while this calculator rounds to two, so official invoices in those currencies may show one more digit.
Common mistakes
- Taking the rate off the total. 15% of SAR 1,150 is 172.50, not the VAT. Divide by 1.15 instead.
- Using an old rate. Saudi VAT was 5% until July 2020; it is 15% now.
- Adding VAT in Qatar or Kuwait. Neither country has VAT.
- Assuming everything is taxed. Some items are zero-rated or exempt.
- Charging VAT without being registered. Only registered businesses may add VAT to their prices.
- Rounding dinars or rials to two decimals on an invoice. BHD and OMR use three decimal places.
Frequently asked questions
What is the VAT rate in the UAE?
The standard VAT rate in the UAE is 5%.
What is the VAT rate in Saudi Arabia?
The standard VAT rate in Saudi Arabia is 15%. It was raised from 5% in July 2020.
Is there VAT in Qatar or Kuwait?
No. Qatar and Kuwait have not introduced VAT, so there is nothing to add or remove there.
How do I remove VAT from a price?
Divide the VAT-inclusive price by 1 plus the rate. For 15% that is price ÷ 1.15; for 5% it is price ÷ 1.05. Taking 15% off the total gives the wrong answer.
Why does removing 15% not give the net price?
Because the VAT was added to the net price, not to the total. On SAR 1,150, 15% of the total is 172.50, but the VAT is really 150.
Does every product carry VAT?
No. Some goods and services are zero-rated or exempt, such as some healthcare, education and residential rent. This calculator applies the standard rate only.
Who has to register for VAT?
Businesses whose taxable sales over 12 months exceed AED 375,000 in the UAE, SAR 375,000 in Saudi Arabia, BHD 37,500 in Bahrain or OMR 38,500 in Oman. Smaller businesses can register voluntarily above half those amounts.
When did Bahrain raise VAT to 10%?
On 1 January 2022. It was 5% from its introduction on 1 January 2019.
This calculator applies the standard VAT rate only. For VAT registration, returns or special cases, check with the tax authority of your country or a tax adviser.
Rates as of 7 November 2026. Sources: the tax authorities of the UAE (FTA), Saudi Arabia (ZATCA), Bahrain (NBR) and Oman (Tax Authority).