UK Dividend Tax Calculator 2026/27
Calculate tax on UK dividends for 2026/27 — the £500 allowance and the new 10.75% / 35.75% rates (39.35% additional) — stacked on your salary, for investors and company directors.
Estimates only — not tax advice. Tax rules change and depend on your situation; check with the tax authority or a tax professional.
How to use
- 1Enter your salary (or other non-dividend income).
- 2Enter your dividends.
- 3See the tax on your dividends and the rate on each slice.
How it's calculated
Dividends sit on top of other income. The first £500 is tax-free; the rest is taxed at 10.75% in the basic band, 35.75% in the higher band and 39.35% above £125,140. Dividends in ISAs and pensions are tax-free.
Frequently asked questions
What are the dividend tax rates for 2026/27?
10.75% (basic rate), 35.75% (higher rate) and 39.35% (additional rate), with a £500 dividend allowance.
Do I need to file Self Assessment?
Yes if your dividends are over £10,000. Between £500 and £10,000 you can ask HMRC to collect the tax through your tax code instead.
What salary should a director take?
Many take a salary at or near £12,570 (the personal allowance) and the rest as dividends, but the best split depends on employer NI, the Employment Allowance and pension plans.