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VAT Returns

VAT returns can be a headache, however we have the technology, knowledge and experience to make it a breeze.

You must register for VAT once your taxable turnover passes £90,000 (and you can register voluntarily below that). We take care of the whole cycle — from record keeping to filing under Making Tax Digital — so deadlines never creep up on you.

When to register

Registration is required once taxable turnover exceeds £90,000 in a rolling 12 months. We advise on the right time to register — including voluntary registration where it benefits you.

Return filing frequency

Most VAT-registered businesses file quarterly, though some file monthly or annually. We set the right cycle for you.

VAT Return Period

Each return typically covers a three-month period, reporting sales, purchases and the VAT amounts on each.

Information Required

Businesses must report their sales, purchases, and the VAT charged and reclaimed for the period.

Online Filing

Filing is done online through HMRC's Making Tax Digital (MTD) system — we keep your records MTD-compliant.

Deadlines and Payments

The deadline is usually one calendar month and seven days after the end of the return period.

VAT Payment Methods

Payments to HMRC are made electronically. We make sure the right amount is paid at the right time.

Input Tax and Output Tax

Your VAT liability is output tax (on sales) minus input tax (on purchases). We reconcile both accurately.

Record Keeping

VAT records must be kept for at least six years — we keep yours organised and audit-ready.