Uganda VAT
Calculator 2026

Standard 18%, zero-rated exports and water supplies. Exempt: unprocessed food, education, health services. Calculate VAT-inclusive, VAT-exclusive, reverse VAT extraction.

Standard 18%UGX · Uganda ShillingZero-Rated: Exports, WaterExempt: Food, Education, Health

Last verified: March 2026 · Source: Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) · VAT Act

2026 Key Facts: Uganda's standard VAT rate is 18%. Zero-rated: exports and water supplies. Exempt: unprocessed food, education, health services, financial services.

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Uganda VAT FAQ

Common VAT Questions

What is Uganda's VAT rate?

Uganda's standard VAT rate is 18%. Exports and water supplies are zero-rated. Food, education, and health services are exempt.

How do I calculate reverse VAT in Uganda?

Divide the total by 1.18 to get net, subtract net from total to get VAT. This calculator does this automatically.

What is the VAT registration threshold?

URA's current guide says compulsory registration applies if taxable turnover for three consecutive calendar months exceeds or is likely to exceed UGX 37.5 million, equivalent to UGX 150 million annually.

How often are VAT returns filed?

Monthly VAT returns must be filed with URA within 15 days after the end of the month.

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