VAT Reliefs and Refunds

When you import goods into the UK from outside the country, you normally pay both customs duty and import VAT. However, HMRC provides several reliefs that allow you to bring in certain goods without paying these charges. These include reliefs for goods designed for disabled pe...

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If your charity is constructing a new building or converting an existing one for charitable purposes, you may be able to reclaim the VAT paid on construction costs through the DIY housebuilders scheme. This can result in substantial savings, but strict eligibility rules apply and you must follow...

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If you're building your own home or converting a property into a dwelling, you can reclaim the VAT you've paid on building materials through the DIY housebuilders scheme. This scheme puts you in a similar position to someone buying a newly built home from a developer, who pays...

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Most organisations that aren't registered for VAT cannot reclaim the VAT they pay on purchases. However, several special refund schemes exist for specific types of organisations carrying out non-business activities, including local authorities, academies, certain charities, and museums and...

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VAT relief is available on a range of goods and services for disabled people, allowing eligible items to be supplied at the zero rate (no VAT charged). This relief covers adapted vehicles, mobility aids, medical appliances, home adaptations, and equipment designed solely for d...

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If you're installing certain energy-saving materials in residential properties or charitable buildings, you may be able to charge zero-rate VAT (0%) instead of the standard 20%. This relief applies to both the installation service and the materials you supply when you install...

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