VATAFRS2600 - Appendices: Outline of certification procedure

VATAFRS0215 explains the context of this page.

The Certification Procedure Flowchart will guide you through the certification procedure. Alternatively, you may find it easier to follow this tabular version of the flowchart.

Tabular version of the certification procedure flowchart

Start here – question 1Application received at (This text has been withheld because of exemptions in the Freedom of Information Act 2000). Is the application properly completed?

Yes – go to question 2.

No – Write to the trader or phone for information and then go to question 2.
Question 2Is the application acceptable? (Confirmation needed by Line Manager.)

Yes – go to question 3.

No - Reject the application. Tell the trader why.
Question 3Is trader registered for VAT?

Yes – Deregister the trader.

No - Post certificate to trader. Papers can be viewed on EF.

Carmarthen Registration Unit will:

  • allocate a certificate number,
  • print the farmer’s certificate,
  • send certificate to farmer, and
  • scan all case papers into EF.