Do I need to register my business for VAT?

That depends on your turnover (not including VAT-exempt products). Every UK business with an annual VAT taxable turnover of more than £85,000 needs to be registered. You can voluntarily register for VAT if your turnover is below the £85,000 threshold.

Is the VAT flat rate scheme supported by QuickBooks?

Yes. QuickBooks supports Cash, Flat Rate and Standard VAT accounting schemes for both monthly and quarterly VAT submissions. Support for annual submissions is coming soon. Our Bridging Software feature supports both standard and cash accounting schemes.

Can I submit a VAT return through QuickBooks as soon as I sign up?

Yes. As long as you've uploaded all your relevant data and have registered for a VAT online account with HMRC.

How can I check my VAT return for errors?

QuickBooks automatically checks your VAT return for common errors such as missing VAT codes, anomalies in VAT codes & duplicate transactions - so you can catch any mistakes and have confidence in your return.

What is Making Tax Digital?

Making Tax Digital is an HMRC initiative that came into effect in April 2019. Most businesses registered for VAT with a taxable turnover above £85k must keep digital records and submit VAT returns using HMRC-recognised software.

I already submit my VAT returns online, am I not compliant with Making Tax Digital?

To be compliant with MTD, your VAT returns must be submitted through a software that has been recognised by HMRC as compliant with Making Tax Digital.

What do I need to do to be compliant with Making Tax Digital for VAT?

You'll need to keep your VAT records digitally and submit your VAT filing to HMRC through MTD-compliant software. You can find a list of providers on GOV.UK or you can try QuickBooks today.

Can my accountant help me with my VAT accounting?

Yes, you can give your accountant or bookkeeper access to your data so that they can help you with your accounts. You can also schedule reports to be emailed to your accountant at a frequency of your choice.

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QuickBooks is recognised by HMRC and designed in line with MTD regulations. You can run our error checker to surface common mistakes and make an online submission directly to HMRC. QuickBooks supports standard, cash and flat-rate schemes.

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Our helpful error-checking technology spots common errors, duplicates and anomalies in your VAT. Be more confident when you submit your VAT to HMRC through QuickBooks.

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QuickBooks Making Tax Digital for VAT software is available to all QuickBooks Simple Start, Essential, Plus and Advanced subscribers. Use of QuickBooks MTD for VAT software and bridging software must be aligned with HMRC's eligibility requirements and includes additional setup between the small business and HMRC.

QuickBooks MTD software currently supports Standard, Cash and Flat Rate schemes. QuickBooks Bridging Software supports Standard and Cash schemes. Businesses whose home currency is not GBP are currently not supported.

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