How to Apply for VAT Registration

Understanding VAT for UK CompaniesIf you run a UK company, it is important to understand VAT - Value Added Tax. VAT is a government tax added to most goods and services in the UK. You may need to register for VAT based on your business activity. You can also choose to register voluntarily. Here is what you need to know, including how 1st Formations can help. When Should You Register for VATYou must register for VAT if any of the following is true: Your VAT taxable turnover will be more than £90,000 in the next 12 months You want to claim back VAT on your business purchases You want your company to appear more established VAT registration is not automatic. You must apply for it. 1st Formations offers a VAT Registration Service. It costs £39.99 plus VAT. A specialist will handle the application for you to prevent errors and delays. How to Register for VATWe have made the VAT registration process simple. Follow the steps based on your company’s status. Existing Customers - Buying VAT Registration Separately Existing Customers - VAT Already Included in Your Package New Customers - You Already Have a Limited Company New Customers - You Want to Form a Company and Register for VAT  Existing Customers - Buying VAT Registration SeparatelyIf you are already a customer but did not include VAT in your company formation package: Log in to your online account Go to My Companies Click Shop Select VAT Registration Service Go to checkout Our VAT registration specialist will contact you and manage the HMRC application. Existing Customers - VAT Already Included in Your PackageIf your company formation package included VAT registration: Check your Order Fulfilment email Find the VAT section and click the link to the VAT questionnaire Complete the short questionnaire You will also need to provide your Unique Taxpayer Reference - UTR. HMRC will send the UTR to your company’s registered office address about 2 to 3 weeks after incorporation. If you use our address service, we will scan the document and upload it to the My Mail section of your dashboard. New Customers - You Already Have a Limited CompanyIf you already formed your UK company but now want to register for VAT: Visit our VAT Registration Service page Click Buy Now Enter your company details Complete the form and go to checkout  New Customers - You Want to Form a Company and Register for VATIf you have not yet formed your company and want to include VAT registration: Select a company formation package with VAT Registration included Click Buy Now Complete the company registration form After formation, check your Order Fulfilment email Look for the VAT section and complete the questionnaire