Free calculator · 2026/27
VAT Flat Rate Scheme calculator.
Compare the VAT you would pay on the Flat Rate Scheme with standard VAT accounting, using your turnover, purchases and flat rate percentage.
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2026/27
Rates last reviewed November 2026
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How the scheme works
Instead of reclaiming VAT on purchases, you pay a fixed percentage of your VAT-inclusive turnover. It can simplify admin, and sometimes saves money.
When it is worth it
The scheme tends to help businesses with few VAT-bearing purchases. Limited cost businesses pay a higher 16.5%.
Worked example
See it with real numbers
With £100,000 turnover, £4,000 VAT on purchases and a 14.5% flat rate, the scheme costs £17,400 against £16,000 under standard VAT, so standard accounting is £1,400 cheaper.
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VAT Flat Rate Scheme Calculator: your questions answered
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A scheme that lets eligible small businesses pay a fixed percentage of turnover instead of calculating input and output VAT.
A business spending little on goods, paying a 16.5% flat rate.
Yes, 1% off in your first year of VAT registration.
Yes, we advise on VAT schemes.
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Prices last reviewed November 2026. Cheap Accountants in London is a trading style of ACCOTAX London Ltd.