Dividend tax calculator

How much tax will you pay on dividends this year? Updated for 2026/27 — a £500 allowance and rates of 10.75%, 35.75% and 39.35%.

Your dividends

Dividends received this tax year

Other income this tax year

Salary, pensions and other income before tax.

Dividend tax due

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Taxable dividends
(after £500 allowance)

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Dividends after tax

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2026/27 dividend rates: 10.75% basic, 35.75% higher, 39.35% additional — after the £500 dividend allowance.

Estimate only — not financial advice. Dividends inside ISAs and pensions are tax-free and not included.

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