VAT FLAT RATE SCHEME
Flat Rate VAT calculator
Compare VAT collected with the Flat Rate Scheme payment.
Estimated result
£17,400
- Rate used
- 14.5%
- VAT charged
- £20,000
- Difference retained before input VAT
- £2,600
- Limited cost test
- Sector rate
Relevant goods have a restricted definition. Turnover eligibility and capital-asset input VAT are not determined here.
SOURCES & REVIEW
Checked against official guidance
Last checked 14 July 2026 · Rule version GB-2026.27.1
GOV.UK: VAT Flat Rate Scheme ↗COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently asked questions
Is this an exact quote or tax return?
No. It is an estimate based on the inputs and assumptions shown.
When was this checked?
The method and linked official guidance were reviewed for the current UK release.