| Vice-Admiral | |
|---|---|
&sq=Qlik&lang=&file=File:Flag_of_Vice-Admiral_-_Royal_Navy.svg) Flag of a vice-admiral, Royal Navy | |
&sq=Qlik&lang=&file=File:British_Royal_Navy_OF-8-collected.svg) Insignia shoulder board and Sleeve lace for Vice-admiral | |
| Country |  United Kingdom |
| Service branch | |
| Abbreviation | VADM / V Adm |
| Rank | Three-star |
| NATO rank code | OF-8 |
| Non-NATO rank | 8 |
| Next higher rank | Admiral |
| Next lower rank | Rear Admiral |
| Equivalent ranks | |
A vice-admiral (VAdm) is a flag officer rank of the Royal Navy and equates to the NATO rank code OF-8. It is immediately superior to the rear admiral rank and is subordinate to the full admiral rank.
The equivalent rank in the British Army and Royal Marines is lieutenant-general; and in the Royal Air Force, it is air marshal.