Introduction to VAT Online for Organisations

This section covers how to register and enrol for the VAT Online service so you can submit your VAT Return online. It does not relate to registering your business for VAT. You can find information about how to register your business for VAT in the VAT section.

Registration for our online services is straightforward and uses safeguards to protect your privacy and ensure your details are secure.

Many businesses have already discovered the benefits of completing and submitting their VAT Returns online. It’s simple, quick and you get an immediate on-screen acknowledgement so you know we have received your declaration.

Other advantages of the VAT Online service include:

  • available day or night
  • automatic calculations to reduce errors
  • notify us of changes to your VAT registered business
  • nominate an agent to submit on your behalf
  • receive email reminders when your VAT Return is due
  • enrol and submit your return immediately – Activation PIN not required
  • you may get up to seven extra calendar days* to submit your VAT Return and pay
  • subscribers to our Direct Debit facility get an additional three working days* before we collect payment

*The extension and online Direct Debit service are not available if you use the Annual Accounting system or have to make payments on account and submit quarterly returns.

Details required to register are available on a copy of your last VAT Return and your VAT 4 Certificate of Registration.

It is a condition of submitting your VAT Return online that you pay electronically. Acceptable payment methods are:

  • Direct Debit
  • BACS Direct Credit (including Internet & Telephone Banking)
  • CHAPS
  • Bank Giro

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