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Dividend Tax Calculator 2025/26

Calculate tax on your dividend income including the £500 tax-free dividend allowance.

Enter Your Dividend Income

This affects which tax band your dividends fall into

How Dividend Tax Works

Dividends are taxed after your other income. The first £500 is tax-free, then rates depend on which tax band your total income falls into.

Dividend Tax Rates 2025/26

Dividend Allowance£500 tax-free
Basic Rate (income up to £50,270)8.75%
Higher Rate (£50,270 - £125,140)33.75%
Additional Rate (over £125,140)39.35%

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