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Free GCC VAT & Tax Calculator

GCC VAT & Tax Calculator
Estimate VAT, Customs Duties, and Excise Taxes for GCC member states (2026 Rules).
Calculation Settings
Total Tax Payable (إجمالي الضرائب)
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Taxable Base (وعاء الضريبة)
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Grand Total (الإجمالي النهائي)
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Detailed Breakdown (تفصيل الرسوم)
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Tax Composition (تكوين الضريبة)
Recent Calculations (عمليات سابقة)
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Enter the goods value and select a country to generate an estimate.
GCC VAT & Tax Calculator: Accurate Import/Export Tax Estimates for 2026
The GCC VAT & Tax Calculator is a free online tool designed to help importers, exporters, businesses, and logistics professionals quickly estimate Value Added Tax (VAT), customs duties, and excise taxes across Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries in 2026. Based on the latest standardized GCC rules, this calculator provides instant breakdowns for Saudi Arabia (KSA), UAE, Bahrain, Oman, Kuwait, and Qatar.
How it works: Simply select your destination country, transaction type (import or export), goods category, and enter the CIF value (Cost + Insurance + Freight). The tool automatically applies the correct rates:
- Customs Duties – Typically 5% for general goods (e.g., electronics, clothing, vehicles) under the Unified GCC Customs Tariff; 0% for exempt items like basic food, medicine, and gold.
- Excise Tax – 100% on tobacco products, e-cigarettes, and energy drinks; 50% on carbonated and sweetened beverages (applied after duties for imports).
- VAT – Calculated on the taxable base (CIF value + duties + excise): 15% in Saudi Arabia, 10% in Bahrain, 5% in UAE and Oman, and 0% in Kuwait and Qatar.
Results include a detailed breakdown table, total tax payable, grand total cost, and a visual doughnut chart showing the tax composition (duties, excise, VAT). Recent calculations are saved locally for quick reference.
Ideal for GCC import tax calculation, UAE VAT estimator, Saudi customs duty calculator, or planning shipments involving excise goods. Note: This is an informational tool based on 2026 GCC rates – always verify with official authorities like ZATCA (KSA) or FTA (UAE) for precise compliance.
About Eftekhari
From the Lab to the Global Market My journey began in the world of Chemical Engineering, where precision and optimization are everything. Today, as the CEO of Shayesteh Kar Rad Caspian and the founder of Tendify, I apply that same engineering mindset to the world of digital trade. I’ve transitioned from designing industrial processes to architecting digital marketplaces that serve the GCC and beyond. My expertise lies in blending "Engineering as Marketing" with a deep understanding of geopolitical market shifts. On Tendify, I share my insights and provide a platform designed for transparency and efficiency. I’m not just a developer; I’m a partner in your trade journey, committed to cutting through the noise with actionable, data-backed strategies.
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