UK Contractor Tax Calculator

Estimate tax for UK limited company contractors.

Limited company

Take-home pay

£6,283 / month

Corporation tax£18,892
Dividends£80,538
Dividend tax£17,713
Annual net£75,395

Simplified outside IR35 model. Consult an accountant for your situation.

Disclaimer: Results are estimates for informational purposes only and do not constitute tax, legal, or financial advice. Rules change frequently—verify with a qualified professional before making decisions.

About this calculator

Model simplified contractor pay through salary and dividends after corporation tax.

How it works

Enter contract day rate or revenue, expenses, and salary split. Corporation tax and dividend tax estimate net take-home.

United Kingdom specific notes

IR35 rules may require deemed employment taxation inside PSC.

The UK uses Income Tax bands and National Insurance contributions. Contractors often operate via limited companies or umbrella arrangements.

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Popular cities: London, Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh, Bristol · Currency: GBP

Frequently asked questions

Common structure: low salary within personal allowance plus dividends from post-corporation-tax profits. Actual optimal split depends on income and IR35 status.