When to register for VAT
Introduction
Do you need to register for VAT? Just answer a simple series of questions with yes/no answers. Most people will be able to find out the answer in less than five minutes.
If you do need to register, you'll be given links to the forms you need to fill in on the HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) website. At any step along the way you can correct an earlier answer.
If you already know you need to register, answering these questions will help you to find the correct forms for your particular business circumstances.
If you already know which forms you need, you can download them from the HMRC website using the links on the right hand side of this screen.
Go straight to the first question.
Important: this tool does not apply to businesses based outside the UK.
Subjects covered in this guide
- Introduction
- Do I need to register for VAT?
HMRC National Advice Service Enquiry Line
0845 010 9000
Actions
- VAT notification contact details from HMRC - Opens in a new window
- Register for VAT using form VAT 1 from HMRC - Opens in a new window
- Register for VAT on acquisitions using form VAT 1B from HMRC - Opens in a new window
- Register your partnership using form VAT 2 from HMRC - Opens in a new window
- Apply for VAT group treatment using form VAT 50 from HMRC - Opens in a new window
- Register an individual company for VAT group treatment using form VAT 51 from HMRC - Opens in a new window
- Transfer your existing VAT number using form VAT 68 from HMRC - Opens in a new window
- Manage your personal list of starting-up tasks with our Business start-up organiser
