VAT Returns & Registration
Whether you’re registering for VAT for the first time or have been filing returns for years, LEBS keeps you compliant with Making Tax Digital (MTD) while making sure you’re on the right VAT scheme for your business.
What’s Included
- VAT registration and de-registration with HMRC
- Making Tax Digital (MTD) compliant VAT return preparation and submission
- Advice on the best VAT scheme for your business (Standard, Flat Rate, Cash Accounting)
- VAT record-keeping through Xero and other approved software
- Support with international and cross-border VAT questions
Why Businesses Choose LEBS for VAT
VAT deadlines are quarterly and unforgiving — a missed submission or an incorrectly claimed input VAT amount can trigger penalties. We reconcile your VAT records continuously through the quarter, so your return is a five-minute review, not a scramble on deadline day.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Do I need to register for VAT?
- You must register once your VAT-taxable turnover exceeds the current threshold in any rolling 12-month period. We can also advise on voluntary registration if it benefits your business.
- What is Making Tax Digital for VAT?
- MTD requires VAT-registered businesses to keep digital records and submit returns through compatible software, such as Xero. We set this up and manage submissions for you.
- Which VAT scheme is right for my business?
- It depends on your turnover, cash flow and industry. We review your numbers and recommend the scheme that minimises admin and maximises cash flow.
Stay VAT Compliant Without the Stress
Talk to a LEBS accountant about VAT registration, MTD compliance and fixed-fee VAT returns.