Value Added Tax (VAT) services

VAT compliance and return filing for UK-based businesses

Which businesses need to file a VAT return?

Filing a VAT return is compulsory for any UK business (not just companies) that:

Has taxable turnover exceeding £90,000 in in any given 12-month period.

Expects turnover to exceed £90,000 in the next 30 days alone.

Is overseas but makes taxable supplies of goods/services into the UK (no threshold applies).

This includes sole traders, partnerships, LLPs and limited companies once registered for VAT.

Is voluntary registration mandatory?

While voluntary VAT registration for businesses with taxable turnover below £90,000 is optional, it is often recommended for those making significant VAT-inclusive purchases. By registering and filing VAT returns, input VAT on these costs can be reclaimed from HMRC, improving long-term net cash flow.

Can you help me register for VAT and file returns?

Whether your business meets the VAT threshold or not, our experts will ensure full compliance with HMRC regulations. As these rules frequently change, engaging experts like Abbott & Brown helps businesses stay ahead of evolving legislation and simplifies the VAT return process.

How much do you charge businesses for VAT registration?

We offer a professional VAT registration service for businesses running in the UK to charge VAT on sales and submit the same to HMRC. This service includes a one-time fee of £200.

One-off registration fee service

VAT registration
£200 one-off

Ongoing VAT compliance

from £39/month
(up to 30 transactions per quarter)

Other services

How do we help businesses with VAT filing and returns?

We provide a comprehensive VAT registration service for UK businesses that need to charge VAT on their sales and report it to HMRC. This service is delivered for a fixed one‑off fee of £200

Evaluation of your business or industry

Our VAT experts will look at how you set up and run your business and recommend the best VAT scheme for you. They will also check your international activities and financial data and suggest the best VAT scheme for your business.

Account setup for MTD VAT

Our team will set up and file your VAT on time, in accordance with HMRC guidelines. We are MTD-compliant and can assist you in filing your VAT through our partner portals, including Xero, QuickBooks, and FreeAgent, with the right software support, depending on what your business needs.

HMRC VAT filing and return support

Our skilled accounting staff will look over your finances and tell you if you owe taxes or can claim a refund from HMRC. We will then correctly submit the returns to HMRC and provide timely reminders about the next steps so you do not miss any important deadlines.