iHow it is calculated
The tax is the dividend times the rate for your income tax band, on dividends above the £500 tax-free allowance:
tax = dividends × rate
£10,000 in dividends at the 8.75% basic rate ≈ £875 (before applying the £500 allowance).
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Taxes · Updated 2026
Dividend Tax Calculator
Estimate UK dividend tax at the rate for your band — 8.75% basic, 33.75% higher, 39.35% additional — or enter your own rate.
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Enter the gross dividends and the tax rate. Tap a band chip or type your own rate.
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875.00£
Amount10,000.00 £
Tax 8.75%−875.00 £
Net9,125.00 £
UK dividend tax is 8.75% (basic), 33.75% (higher) or 39.35% (additional) depending on your income tax band, on dividends above the £500 tax-free dividend allowance. Set the rate for your band.
Amount 10,000.00 £ × 8.75% = Tax 875.00 £, Net 9,125.00 £Indicative tax figures, not advice. This applies a single rate you set — real income tax may be progressive or banded. Check the rate in force for your case. Instant in-browser calculation, no account.
Last updated: 11 July 2026 Source: HMRC — Tax on dividends
⚖︎ Results are for informational purposes and do not constitute tax advice. For specific situations, consult a licensed accountant or the relevant tax authority.
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?Frequently asked questions
What is the UK dividend tax rate?
8.75% at the basic rate, 33.75% at the higher rate and 39.35% at the additional rate, on dividends above the £500 annual dividend allowance.
Is there a tax-free amount?
Yes — the £500 dividend allowance in 2026. Dividends within it are taxed at 0%. This tool applies your chosen rate to the amount you enter.
Can I set my own rate?
Yes. Tap a band chip or type any rate, so the tool works whatever your band or if the rules change.
How is my band decided?
By your total income. Dividends stack on top of other income, so part may fall in one band and part in the next — pick the rate that fits.
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