SE16030 - Vouchers and credit-tokens: action description

Sections 141, 142, 143 and 198 ICTA 1988

The computation of liability will depend on the particular arrangements under which the voucher or credit-token is supplied or used. In cases of doubt it is essential to obtain or see a sample of the relevant voucher or token together with any brochure or promotional literature relating to its use.

Where a voucher or credit-token has been used in a PAYE avoidance scheme see SE11910.

The following table summarises the steps to take.

ActionInstructions
Identify the type of voucher or token. You need to establish how the voucher or token is intended to be used and what the employee is able to obtain by its use. The legislation defines the following types of voucher or token.

  • Non-cash vouchers


  • those exchangeable for goods and services
SE16040
  • cheque vouchers
SE16050
  • transport vouchers
SE16060 to SE16070
  • Credit-tokens
SE16090
  • Cash vouchers
SE16110
Check the voucher or token has been received by, or appropriated to, the employee by reason of the employmentSE16120 to SE16130
Calculate the amount of any charge and determine in which year the liability fallsSE16140 to16160
Make any allowable deductions which are claimedSE16170
Consider whether a dispensation may be appropriateSE16180