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Inheritance Tax Calculator

UK Inheritance Tax Calculator 2025–26
2025–26 Calculator

UK Inheritance Tax
Calculator

Comprehensive IHT estimation using HMRC rules 2025–26

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Estate Value
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Gifts (Last 7 Years)

Potentially Exempt Transfers (PETs) added to the estate for IHT. Gifts over 7 years ago are ignored. Taper relief reduces tax on gifts made 3–7 years before death.

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🕐 Enter year-by-year for taper relief (advanced)

Enter gift value per band. Taper relief reduces IHT on that portion.

Years Before DeathTaper ReliefGift Amount (£)IHT Rate
< 3 years0%
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40%
3–4 years20%
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32%
4–5 years40%
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24%
5–6 years60%
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16%
6–7 years80%
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8%

⚠ If using year-by-year, the “Total Gifts” field above is overridden by the sum here.

Exemptions & Allowances
❤️ Spouse / Civil Partner Inheriting? Entire estate exempt from IHT if yes
🏡 Property to Direct Descendants? Qualifies for Residence NRB (+£175,000)
💑 Transfer Unused Spouse NRB? Deceased spouse’s unused allowance transferred
⚙️ Edit NRB / RNRB / Tax Rate
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Charitable Donations

If ≥10% of net estate is left to charity, IHT rate reduces from 40% to 36% automatically.

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Fill in your estate details, then click Calculate to see your IHT estimate.
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Enter your estate value & assets
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Add any gifts made in last 7 years
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Select exemptions that apply
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Click  Calculate Inheritance Tax
2025–26 HMRC Thresholds: NRB £325,000 · RNRB £175,000 · Rate 40% (36% with charity). This tool is for illustrative purposes only. IHT can be complex — consult a qualified financial adviser or solicitor.