The easiest way to add years to a date is with the EDATE Function. The EDATE Function adds a specified number of months to a date. By adding months in multiplies of 12 (12,24,36, etc.) you can add years to a date. This example will add 1 year to a date: This example will add 5 years to a date:
Add or subtract days, months, or years from a date by using a formula or date functions in Excel.