Most businesses take for granted that they can register with HMRC and then reclaim any VAT they pay on purchases. But if your business only makes sales outside the UK that aren’t subject to VAT, are
you allowed to register in the first place?
Published 03.12.2009
Claiming back VAT paid on foreign expenses can be a nightmare. A major change is coming in less than six months, but to get the greatest benefit from this what action should you be taking now?
Published 10.07.2009
If you buy goods or services from an EU country that you import for use in your UK business, you must usually deal with the VAT ins and outs through your quarterly returns. But what about VAT paid on
purchases made while in an EU country?
Published 17.10.2023
We often receive questions from subscribers asking whether they need to charge VAT on services they provide to foreign clients. And if not, can they still claim back the VAT on the costs of making
those supplies?
Published 26.02.2009
Due to Brexit the VAT rules have changed for supplies of services to customers in the EU. While these are less onerous than the new rules for goods, what, if any, changes should you be making to your
VAT procedures?
Published 28.01.2021
Whilst on holiday you find just the thing for your office you’ve been looking for and decide to buy it. As it’s a purchase for your business can you reclaim the foreign VAT you pay?
Published 08.07.2019
Last year the VAT rules for services supplied to overseas customers were changed, but certainly not simplified. One of our subscribers, who provides property services, wanted to know whether or not
they should charge VAT?
Published 22.07.2011
The Brexit transitional period is understandably causing confusion among businesses, including questions about extra VAT costs if you import goods from the EU after it ends. What can you really
expect?
Published 14.02.2020
If you’re registered, your VAT return must include figures for EU purchases and sales, but you might also be required to provide EC sales list or Intrastat reports. When do these apply and how are
they changing?
Published 25.01.2012