HM Revenue and Customs
Registering for VAT
- Registering for VAT is a popular topic among new companies and the section detailed information on the rules governing applications and various exemptions from being able to apply. There is an Faq area where introductory resources are supplied for those new to VAT and also a glossary of terms frequently used when administering and accounting for the tax. Online applications for registration can be made through this section.
Corporation Tax
- Corporation Tax is payable by companies on profits and other gains sustained in the course of their business. All matters pertaining to Corporation Tax are both explained and can be administered through the site including the payments of amounts due through the secure online pages. Various guides and forms are available to download including the CT600 long and short versions as well as the form CT61G which is obligatory for all new UK companies.
Starting a New Business
- Starting a Business describes the potential taxation implications of becoming self-employed either as a sole trade and partnership or by using a company. An extensive guidance booklet is available to review which details which branches of Revenue and Customs will want to know about your new status. Contact helpline numbers are provided for further help and advice as well as workshops which can be booked online.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Frequently Asked Questions provides extensive material of the various areas of Revenue and Customs including money laundering and EU enlargement implications. For many of the main subjects in the section, there are also sub-sections which further divide each topic in to specific taxes or chapters.
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