VAT Cash Accounting Scheme

Skip to contents of guide

Overview

Usually, the amount of VAT you pay HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is the difference between your sales invoices and purchase invoices. You have to report these figures and pay any money to HMRC even if the invoices have not been paid.

With the Cash Accounting Scheme you:

  • pay VAT on your sales when your customers pay you
  • reclaim VAT on your purchases when you have paid your supplier

To join the scheme your VAT taxable turnover must be £1.35 million or less.

Talk to an accountant or tax adviser if you want advice on whether the Cash Accounting Scheme is right for you.