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VAT

Value added tax is an onerous and one of the most complex tax regimes for business. Many businesses over or underpay VAT.


The detailed rules are complex and every case needs to be looked at individually but generally, VAT works in the following way;

VAT is charged on things like:

  • business sales – for example when you sell goods and services
  • hiring or loaning goods to someone
  • selling business assets
  • commission
  • items sold to staff – for example canteen meals
  • business goods used for personal reasons
  • ‘non-sales’ like bartering, part-exchange and gifts

These are known as ‘taxable supplies’.

Responsibilities

VAT-registered businesses:

  • must charge VAT on their goods or services
  • may reclaim any VAT they’ve paid on business-related goods or services

If you’re a VAT-registered business you must report to HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) the amount of VAT you’ve charged and the amount of VAT you’ve paid. This is done through your VAT Return which is usually due every 3 months.


VAT Rates


We provide a cost effective VAT service which will ensure you are compliant and not overpay, which includes:

  • Advising you when to register for VAT registration
  • Applying for a VAT Registration
  • Advice on VAT planning and administration
  • Use of the most appropriate scheme
  • VAT control and reconciliation
  • Completing VAT returns
  • Planning to minimise future problems with Customs and Excise
  • Negotiating with Customs and Excise in disputes and representing you at VAT tribunals

Contact us now

We provide a free non-obligation VAT healthcheck that can assess whether you are over or underpaying VAT.

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