Included in the fixed fee
- VAT registration application submitted to HMRC
- The correct effective date, whether compulsory or voluntary
- Making Tax Digital set-up and agent authorisation
- Confirmation of your first return period and deadline
Fixed fee, filed for you
VAT registration service
Fixed-fee online filing
A VAT registration service costs £99 + VAT, with the application submitted within five working days and the VAT number issued by HMRC thereafter.
- VAT registration application submitted to HMRC
- The correct effective date, whether compulsory or voluntary
- Making Tax Digital set-up and agent authorisation
- Confirmation of your first return period and deadline
What's included, and what isn't
Not included
- VAT returns themselves
- Scheme elections such as flat rate or cash accounting (see the scheme election service)
- Backdated registration with arrears of output tax
- Overseas or non-established taxable person registrations
Turnaround
We complete this work in 5 days of working time. The clock starts when we have your records, not when you pay. Before that we need identity verification, a signed engagement letter and, where you are switching, professional clearance from your previous accountant.
What triggers a re-quote
If any of these apply, we tell you before starting and quote the difference. You can accept it, or take a full refund.
- Backdated registration where output tax arrears arise
- Non-established taxable persons registering from outside the UK
- Group registration or a division registration
Online Filing questions
Because the parts that normally cost time — discovery calls, quote meetings, manual onboarding — are automated. The file is prepared and reviewed by the same ICAEW-qualified team that handles our monthly clients.
No. Same preparation, same review, same regulated firm, same professional indemnity cover. Only the buying process differs.
Telephone support is what makes traditional fees high. Online filing is supported by email and portal within one working day. If you want an accountant you can ring, that's what our monthly packages are for.
We tell you before starting and quote the difference. Accept it, or take a full refund.
No — VAT is added at checkout.
Yes, we handle professional clearance with your previous accountant.
Yes, agent authorisation is set up as part of every service.
Need ongoing support and a named accountant? Monthly packages from £45.83 + VAT.
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