Standard rate
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VAT · United Kingdom
Tax Representative in the United Kingdom with Eurofiscalis
Expand your business in the United Kingdom without post-Brexit tax constraints. Our tax representative service in the UK handles obtaining your UK VAT number, manages your VAT Returns and your PIVA system for postponed import VAT accounting with HMRC in complete security.
- Reply within 48 business hours
- No commitment
- Dedicated English-speaking contact
Does this apply to you?
Do you need to register in United Kingdom?
As soon as one of these situations applies to you, a local VAT number becomes mandatory — often even without a physical presence on site.
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You store goods on site
Warehouse, logistics provider (3PL) or Amazon FBA stock in United Kingdom: registration is due from the moment you hold stock, even before your first sale.
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You import goods
You bring goods into United Kingdom to resell, store or process them.
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You sell to private individuals on site
Direct sales to private customers located in United Kingdom, where no reverse-charge mechanism applies.
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You provide locally-supplied services
Services connected to immovable property, or a service linked to a trade fair or event held on site.
A single situation is enough — we register you in United Kingdom, and across Europe.
Our services
What we take care of
An all-in-one service to stay VAT-compliant, without administrative hassle.
VAT Registration in the United Kingdom
Obtain a UK VAT number (GB) within 60 days from HMRC. Immediate compliance with UK tax obligations for your business. Complete VAT1 registration file managed from A to Z by our UK fiscal agent.
Talk to a VAT expertQuarterly VAT Returns
Complete management of your UK VAT returns via HMRC-approved MTD software. Compliance with UK tax deadlines (1 month + 7 days), avoidance of treasury penalties. Regular updates on the status of your filing obligations with HMRC and the British tax office.
Talk to a VAT expertImport VAT Recovery (PIVA)
Configuration of the PIVA (Postponed Import VAT Accounting) system for reverse-charge import VAT with no upfront cash payment. Declaration and recovery of import VAT on the same VAT Return, optimising your cash flow. Full assistance with British post-Brexit customs formalities using your EORI GB number.
Talk to a VAT expertUK VAT Refund
Recovery of British VAT charged on imports and professional purchases. Reduction of your operating costs and improvement of your financial cash flow. Maximum VAT recovery thanks to the assistance of our British tax specialists and accountants.
Talk to a VAT expertBehind every file, a dedicated team
VAT specialists who handle your file from start to finish — one contact who knows your situation.
Use cases
For which situations?
If you recognise yourself in one of these cases, fiscal representation is made for you.
You import goods into the United Kingdom
Problem
Unable to import goods into the UK or benefit from the PIVA system for reverse-charge import VAT with no upfront cash payment.
Solution
Our UK VAT registration service allows you to obtain your EORI GB number and use Postponed Import VAT Accounting (PIVA) to optimise your cash flow with HMRC.
You sell on Amazon or other marketplaces
Problem
Amazon requires a British VAT number (GB) to sell on its UK marketplace.
Solution
We handle registration and returns to allow you to sell without interruption.
Your logistics provider requires a UK VAT number
Problem
Your logistics provider requires a UK VAT number (GB) to store or ship your goods in the United Kingdom.
Solution
Complete our registration file and we handle everything. You get your UK VAT number within 40 days.
You make DDP sales to your British customers
Problem
British platforms and your British customers require a VAT GB number for DDP sales in the United Kingdom.
Solution
Our tax representative handles your UK VAT registration quickly to unblock your commercial activity post-Brexit.
Making Tax Digital obligations and customs
Problem
Your director must meet HMRC's Making Tax Digital (MTD) obligations and manage British post-Brexit customs formalities.
Solution
Our service with a British accountant allows you to obtain a UK VAT number in 8 weeks and meet MTD obligations with HMRC-approved software.
How it works
Our method in 4 steps
From the initial audit to monthly reporting — a controlled, transparent process.
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Step 01 Analysis of your VAT flows and obligations
Detailed audit of your activities by our British tax specialists: purchases, sales, storage locations in England and the United Kingdom. This analysis enables us to define the optimal tax strategy for your business and identify all your needs regarding VAT Returns, PIVA system and post-Brexit customs obligations with HMRC.
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Step 02 Preparation of the UK VAT registration file
Compilation of your personalised VAT1 file with full assistance from our British accountants on required documents. Our services handle all administrative procedures and formalities to represent your business before the British tax authority HMRC.
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Step 03 Obtaining the UK VAT number and EORI GB number
Our British tax representative submits the request and follows up with HMRC to quickly obtain your UK VAT number (GB format) and your EORI GB number. We configure your access to the PIVA system (Postponed Import VAT Accounting) for reverse-charge import VAT via the gov.uk portal.
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Step 04 Recurring tax filings
Automatic filing of your quarterly VAT Returns via Making Tax Digital (MTD) compliant software. Our agent ensures compliance with all your HMRC filing obligations on time (1 month + 7 days after each quarter) to avoid any penalty from the British tax authority.
VAT · United Kingdom
VAT in United Kingdom,
at a glance
Rates, thresholds, deadlines: the essentials to anticipate your obligations.
Fiscal identity · VAT
United Kingdom
20% Standard rate
- Standard rate 20 %
- Reduced 5 %
Identity
- Local name
- VAT
- Number format
- GB123456789
- Tax authority
- HMRC (His Majesty's Revenue and Customs)
- Currency
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Returns
- VAT frequency
- Quarterly by default; monthly on request (common when in a refund position); annual scheme (Annual Accounting Scheme) available below £1,350,000 of taxable turnover.
- Filing deadline
- The 7th of the 2nd month following the end of the reporting period
- Intrastat deadline
- Not applicable post-Brexit for Great Britain
Thresholds
- Distance sales (OSS)
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- Intrastat — dispatch
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- Intrastat — arrival
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Penalties
- Late filing
- Points-based system since 2023: accumulation of points leading to fines of €200 to €1,000
- Late payment
- 2.5% of the amount due + interest on the unpaid balance
- ESL list
- Not applicable post-Brexit
Testimonials
They trust us
Feedback from those who entrusted us with their VAT compliance in Europe.
Reviews collected in their original language and translated.
Verified review
Great service for VAT procedures, I was well supported for all the documents to fill in — and there are quite a few for some countries. Many thanks to Ms Bertrand for her assistance.
Quentin Lassagne Multi-country VAT procedures google
Verified review
I have been working with Agnès at Eurofiscalis for almost a year and she has been of great help in meeting our tax needs and requirements, our company being based outside the EU. She is always very punctual and professional, and I highly recommend her and Eurofiscalis.
John Keaney Non-EU company google
Verified review
After a year with Eurofiscalis, I am very satisfied with the service. Responsive and available, always with an extra piece of professional advice that makes all the difference. Concise and clear — in short, we are very well guided and advised. No time wasted and guaranteed efficiency.
Arthur Bernet AB Franzuela Cacao google
Verified review
We found Eurofiscalis excellent in their service. Kevin supported us from the very beginning and was always ready to answer our questions. Since the service was set up, Agnès has provided excellent support and ensured our returns are accurate and on time.
Steve Gibbins International client google
Verified review
The Eurofiscalis firm has represented us efficiently for years in France. Our contact Agnès Maurin advises and guides us for the proper completion of our returns. We strongly recommend this accounting firm.
Bureau Évolution Amiante Ltd. google
Verified review
A firm that listens to us and is expert in Amazon VAT worldwide. A wonderful team. They handle our VAT returns for OSS / ES / IT / CZ / IE / PL / SE.
Laetitia Gustin Multi-country Amazon VAT google
Verified review
Excellent accounting firm. Lemine was our contact: responsive, available and always attentive. Communication is smooth and he helped us greatly with bookkeeping. I recommend without hesitation!
LC Company Bookkeeping google
Verified review
We have been working with Eurofiscalis for several years across several companies and we are very satisfied. Special thanks to Natacha for her support, advice and responsiveness. We truly recommend this firm.
Virginie Barone Several companies google
Verified review
Excellent support, month after month, for three years now. The team is very available, thanks Natacha, gives good advice and is very attentive. We are now confident about all our VAT returns, which was really not the case with the previous provider.
Bruno Client for 3 years google
Verified review
Excellent support from Eurofiscalis for establishing a US company in France. The administrative steps to register a foreign company in France are complicated. Natacha Petit showed us the right way forward.
Barbara Porpaczy US → France setup google
Verified review
Great service for VAT procedures, I was well supported for all the documents to fill in — and there are quite a few for some countries. Many thanks to Ms Bertrand for her assistance.
Quentin Lassagne Multi-country VAT procedures google
Verified review
I have been working with Agnès at Eurofiscalis for almost a year and she has been of great help in meeting our tax needs and requirements, our company being based outside the EU. She is always very punctual and professional, and I highly recommend her and Eurofiscalis.
John Keaney Non-EU company google
Verified review
After a year with Eurofiscalis, I am very satisfied with the service. Responsive and available, always with an extra piece of professional advice that makes all the difference. Concise and clear — in short, we are very well guided and advised. No time wasted and guaranteed efficiency.
Arthur Bernet AB Franzuela Cacao google
Verified review
We found Eurofiscalis excellent in their service. Kevin supported us from the very beginning and was always ready to answer our questions. Since the service was set up, Agnès has provided excellent support and ensured our returns are accurate and on time.
Steve Gibbins International client google
Verified review
The Eurofiscalis firm has represented us efficiently for years in France. Our contact Agnès Maurin advises and guides us for the proper completion of our returns. We strongly recommend this accounting firm.
Bureau Évolution Amiante Ltd. google
Verified review
A firm that listens to us and is expert in Amazon VAT worldwide. A wonderful team. They handle our VAT returns for OSS / ES / IT / CZ / IE / PL / SE.
Laetitia Gustin Multi-country Amazon VAT google
Verified review
Excellent accounting firm. Lemine was our contact: responsive, available and always attentive. Communication is smooth and he helped us greatly with bookkeeping. I recommend without hesitation!
LC Company Bookkeeping google
Verified review
We have been working with Eurofiscalis for several years across several companies and we are very satisfied. Special thanks to Natacha for her support, advice and responsiveness. We truly recommend this firm.
Virginie Barone Several companies google
Verified review
Excellent support, month after month, for three years now. The team is very available, thanks Natacha, gives good advice and is very attentive. We are now confident about all our VAT returns, which was really not the case with the previous provider.
Bruno Client for 3 years google
Verified review
Excellent support from Eurofiscalis for establishing a US company in France. The administrative steps to register a foreign company in France are complicated. Natacha Petit showed us the right way forward.
Barbara Porpaczy US → France setup google
Verified review
The Eurofiscalis firm has represented us efficiently for years in France. Our contact Agnès Maurin advises and guides us for the proper completion of our returns. We strongly recommend this accounting firm.
Bureau Évolution Amiante Ltd. google
Verified review
A firm that listens to us and is expert in Amazon VAT worldwide. A wonderful team. They handle our VAT returns for OSS / ES / IT / CZ / IE / PL / SE.
Laetitia Gustin Multi-country Amazon VAT google
Verified review
Excellent accounting firm. Lemine was our contact: responsive, available and always attentive. Communication is smooth and he helped us greatly with bookkeeping. I recommend without hesitation!
LC Company Bookkeeping google
Verified review
We have been working with Eurofiscalis for several years across several companies and we are very satisfied. Special thanks to Natacha for her support, advice and responsiveness. We truly recommend this firm.
Virginie Barone Several companies google
Verified review
Excellent support, month after month, for three years now. The team is very available, thanks Natacha, gives good advice and is very attentive. We are now confident about all our VAT returns, which was really not the case with the previous provider.
Bruno Client for 3 years google
Verified review
Excellent support from Eurofiscalis for establishing a US company in France. The administrative steps to register a foreign company in France are complicated. Natacha Petit showed us the right way forward.
Barbara Porpaczy US → France setup google
Verified review
Great service for VAT procedures, I was well supported for all the documents to fill in — and there are quite a few for some countries. Many thanks to Ms Bertrand for her assistance.
Quentin Lassagne Multi-country VAT procedures google
Verified review
I have been working with Agnès at Eurofiscalis for almost a year and she has been of great help in meeting our tax needs and requirements, our company being based outside the EU. She is always very punctual and professional, and I highly recommend her and Eurofiscalis.
John Keaney Non-EU company google
Verified review
After a year with Eurofiscalis, I am very satisfied with the service. Responsive and available, always with an extra piece of professional advice that makes all the difference. Concise and clear — in short, we are very well guided and advised. No time wasted and guaranteed efficiency.
Arthur Bernet AB Franzuela Cacao google
Verified review
We found Eurofiscalis excellent in their service. Kevin supported us from the very beginning and was always ready to answer our questions. Since the service was set up, Agnès has provided excellent support and ensured our returns are accurate and on time.
Steve Gibbins International client google
Verified review
The Eurofiscalis firm has represented us efficiently for years in France. Our contact Agnès Maurin advises and guides us for the proper completion of our returns. We strongly recommend this accounting firm.
Bureau Évolution Amiante Ltd. google
Verified review
A firm that listens to us and is expert in Amazon VAT worldwide. A wonderful team. They handle our VAT returns for OSS / ES / IT / CZ / IE / PL / SE.
Laetitia Gustin Multi-country Amazon VAT google
Verified review
Excellent accounting firm. Lemine was our contact: responsive, available and always attentive. Communication is smooth and he helped us greatly with bookkeeping. I recommend without hesitation!
LC Company Bookkeeping google
Verified review
We have been working with Eurofiscalis for several years across several companies and we are very satisfied. Special thanks to Natacha for her support, advice and responsiveness. We truly recommend this firm.
Virginie Barone Several companies google
Verified review
Excellent support, month after month, for three years now. The team is very available, thanks Natacha, gives good advice and is very attentive. We are now confident about all our VAT returns, which was really not the case with the previous provider.
Bruno Client for 3 years google
Verified review
Excellent support from Eurofiscalis for establishing a US company in France. The administrative steps to register a foreign company in France are complicated. Natacha Petit showed us the right way forward.
Barbara Porpaczy US → France setup google
Verified review
Great service for VAT procedures, I was well supported for all the documents to fill in — and there are quite a few for some countries. Many thanks to Ms Bertrand for her assistance.
Quentin Lassagne Multi-country VAT procedures google
Verified review
I have been working with Agnès at Eurofiscalis for almost a year and she has been of great help in meeting our tax needs and requirements, our company being based outside the EU. She is always very punctual and professional, and I highly recommend her and Eurofiscalis.
John Keaney Non-EU company google
Verified review
After a year with Eurofiscalis, I am very satisfied with the service. Responsive and available, always with an extra piece of professional advice that makes all the difference. Concise and clear — in short, we are very well guided and advised. No time wasted and guaranteed efficiency.
Arthur Bernet AB Franzuela Cacao google
Verified review
We found Eurofiscalis excellent in their service. Kevin supported us from the very beginning and was always ready to answer our questions. Since the service was set up, Agnès has provided excellent support and ensured our returns are accurate and on time.
Steve Gibbins International client google
Verified review
Excellent support, month after month, for three years now. The team is very available, thanks Natacha, gives good advice and is very attentive. We are now confident about all our VAT returns, which was really not the case with the previous provider.
Bruno Client for 3 years google
Verified review
Excellent support from Eurofiscalis for establishing a US company in France. The administrative steps to register a foreign company in France are complicated. Natacha Petit showed us the right way forward.
Barbara Porpaczy US → France setup google
Verified review
Great service for VAT procedures, I was well supported for all the documents to fill in — and there are quite a few for some countries. Many thanks to Ms Bertrand for her assistance.
Quentin Lassagne Multi-country VAT procedures google
Verified review
I have been working with Agnès at Eurofiscalis for almost a year and she has been of great help in meeting our tax needs and requirements, our company being based outside the EU. She is always very punctual and professional, and I highly recommend her and Eurofiscalis.
John Keaney Non-EU company google
Verified review
After a year with Eurofiscalis, I am very satisfied with the service. Responsive and available, always with an extra piece of professional advice that makes all the difference. Concise and clear — in short, we are very well guided and advised. No time wasted and guaranteed efficiency.
Arthur Bernet AB Franzuela Cacao google
Verified review
We found Eurofiscalis excellent in their service. Kevin supported us from the very beginning and was always ready to answer our questions. Since the service was set up, Agnès has provided excellent support and ensured our returns are accurate and on time.
Steve Gibbins International client google
Verified review
The Eurofiscalis firm has represented us efficiently for years in France. Our contact Agnès Maurin advises and guides us for the proper completion of our returns. We strongly recommend this accounting firm.
Bureau Évolution Amiante Ltd. google
Verified review
A firm that listens to us and is expert in Amazon VAT worldwide. A wonderful team. They handle our VAT returns for OSS / ES / IT / CZ / IE / PL / SE.
Laetitia Gustin Multi-country Amazon VAT google
Verified review
Excellent accounting firm. Lemine was our contact: responsive, available and always attentive. Communication is smooth and he helped us greatly with bookkeeping. I recommend without hesitation!
LC Company Bookkeeping google
Verified review
We have been working with Eurofiscalis for several years across several companies and we are very satisfied. Special thanks to Natacha for her support, advice and responsiveness. We truly recommend this firm.
Virginie Barone Several companies google
Verified review
Excellent support, month after month, for three years now. The team is very available, thanks Natacha, gives good advice and is very attentive. We are now confident about all our VAT returns, which was really not the case with the previous provider.
Bruno Client for 3 years google
Verified review
Excellent support from Eurofiscalis for establishing a US company in France. The administrative steps to register a foreign company in France are complicated. Natacha Petit showed us the right way forward.
Barbara Porpaczy US → France setup google
Verified review
Great service for VAT procedures, I was well supported for all the documents to fill in — and there are quite a few for some countries. Many thanks to Ms Bertrand for her assistance.
Quentin Lassagne Multi-country VAT procedures google
Verified review
I have been working with Agnès at Eurofiscalis for almost a year and she has been of great help in meeting our tax needs and requirements, our company being based outside the EU. She is always very punctual and professional, and I highly recommend her and Eurofiscalis.
John Keaney Non-EU company google
Verified review
After a year with Eurofiscalis, I am very satisfied with the service. Responsive and available, always with an extra piece of professional advice that makes all the difference. Concise and clear — in short, we are very well guided and advised. No time wasted and guaranteed efficiency.
Arthur Bernet AB Franzuela Cacao google
Verified review
We found Eurofiscalis excellent in their service. Kevin supported us from the very beginning and was always ready to answer our questions. Since the service was set up, Agnès has provided excellent support and ensured our returns are accurate and on time.
Steve Gibbins International client google
Verified review
The Eurofiscalis firm has represented us efficiently for years in France. Our contact Agnès Maurin advises and guides us for the proper completion of our returns. We strongly recommend this accounting firm.
Bureau Évolution Amiante Ltd. google
Verified review
A firm that listens to us and is expert in Amazon VAT worldwide. A wonderful team. They handle our VAT returns for OSS / ES / IT / CZ / IE / PL / SE.
Laetitia Gustin Multi-country Amazon VAT google
Verified review
Excellent accounting firm. Lemine was our contact: responsive, available and always attentive. Communication is smooth and he helped us greatly with bookkeeping. I recommend without hesitation!
LC Company Bookkeeping google
Verified review
We have been working with Eurofiscalis for several years across several companies and we are very satisfied. Special thanks to Natacha for her support, advice and responsiveness. We truly recommend this firm.
Virginie Barone Several companies google
Why entrust your VAT to us
Doing it alone, or with Eurofiscalis
The same compliance in United Kingdom, but without the burden, the risk and the language barrier.
You, alone With Eurofiscalis
Getting the VAT number Procedures to figure out alone, back-and-forth with the authorities File prepared and filed by our experts, followed through to issuance
Language Dealing with the authorities in the local language A single Eurofiscalis contact in your language who handles all communication with the authorities
Returns & deadlines A calendar to follow yourself, risk of missing a deadline Returns prepared and filed on time, for every deadline
Risk of error & penalties Wrong VAT scheme or charged VAT, penalties at your expense Upfront compliance check, we secure your returns
Representation & liability To handle yourself (and often impossible outside the EU) We can act as fiscal representative on your behalf
Time spent Hours on admin, away from your business A dedicated contact; you stay focused on your business
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Everything you want to know about fiscal representation in United Kingdom.
Why choose a British tax representative?
A tax representative in the United Kingdom takes on professional liability before the tax authority HMRC (His Majesty's Revenue and Customs), unlike a fiscal agent who acts solely on behalf of your company. This difference is crucial for foreign and British businesses subject to specific post-Brexit UK VAT tax obligations.
What are the post-Brexit obligations for foreign businesses?
Since Brexit, companies established in France, Belgium, Ireland and the European Union must use a tax representative in the United Kingdom to:
- Comply with HMRC and British Ministry of Finance tax rules
- Secure their commercial and property operations in the United Kingdom
- Avoid sanctions and penalties from the British tax authority
- Facilitate their relations with the tax authority HMRC and the tax office
- Configure the PIVA system to optimise VAT recovery
- Meet Making Tax Digital (MTD) obligations via the gov.uk portal
When do I need a tax representative in the United Kingdom?
You need a tax representative in the United Kingdom if your business:
- Is established in France, Belgium, Ireland or the European Union (Brexit impact)
- Imports goods into the United Kingdom and wishes to use the PIVA system
- Stores goods on British territory or in England
- Carries out services, DDP sales or property operations in the United Kingdom
- Requires local tax and accounting assistance from a British tax specialist
- Must meet Making Tax Digital (MTD) obligations with HMRC
How long does it take to obtain a UK VAT number?
Obtaining a British VAT number (GB) from HMRC currently takes between 40 and 60 days (extended HMRC timelines post-Brexit). Our British tax specialists speed up the process thanks to their expertise and contacts with the British tax authority. You will also receive your EORI GB number for customs.
What are the differences between a tax representative and a fiscal agent in the UK?
- Tax representative (tax advisor): takes on professional liability before HMRC (recommended for all non-UK businesses).
- Fiscal agent: acts on behalf of your company without personal liability.
- Beneficial owner / director: your company and its director remain the beneficial owners of the UK VAT number in all cases.
What are the VAT obligations in the United Kingdom for businesses?
UK tax obligations with HMRC cover:
- Quarterly VAT Returns via Making Tax Digital (MTD) with approved software
- PIVA (Postponed Import VAT Accounting) system for reverse-charge import VAT
- Customs formalities with EORI GB number
- Recovery of VAT charged on professional purchases and imports
- Filings on gov.uk portal within legal deadlines
- British bookkeeping by an HMRC-approved accountant
How to file VAT returns in the United Kingdom (VAT Returns)?
The frequency of British VAT returns with HMRC:
- Quarterly VAT Returns: mandatory for all VAT-registered businesses
- Deadline: 1 month + 7 days after the end of each accounting quarter
- Example: period 1 January – 31 March → filing by 7 May
- Making Tax Digital: obligation to use HMRC-approved MTD software for all returns
- Payment: electronic via gov.uk portal, BACS, CHAPS or Direct Debit
What is the PIVA (Postponed Import VAT Accounting) system?
PIVA is a reverse-charge mechanism for import VAT in the United Kingdom introduced post-Brexit:
- Main benefit: no VAT payment at British customs, improving your cash flow
- How it works: declaration and recovery of import VAT on the same VAT Return
- Requirements: UK VAT number + EORI GB number + correct customs declaration
- PIVA statements: monthly download from the gov.uk portal for accounting purposes
- Our service: complete configuration of the PIVA system by our British tax representative
What is Making Tax Digital (MTD)?
Making Tax Digital is the obligation for electronic VAT filing in the UK imposed by HMRC:
- Mandatory since 2019: all VAT-registered businesses must use MTD
- Approved software: QuickBooks, Xero, Sage or other HMRC-certified software
- gov.uk portal: access to your HMRC account for submitting VAT Returns
- Digital record-keeping: retention of electronic records for a minimum of 6 years
- Our service: complete management of your MTD obligations by our British accountants
What is the role of HMRC (His Majesty's Revenue and Customs)?
HMRC is the British tax authority that controls:
- Compliance with UK tax and VAT obligations
- Validation of VAT registration requests and assignment of GB numbers
- Management of VAT recovery procedures and refunds
- Compliance with Making Tax Digital (MTD) and the PIVA system
- Application of treasury penalties for non-compliance
- Issuance of tax directives via the gov.uk website
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