VAT

VAT Advice, Registration and Return Filing for UK Businesses

Specialist VAT support to help your business register correctly, submit accurate VAT returns, stay compliant with Making Tax Digital, and manage complex VAT matters with confidence.

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Clear VAT Support for Compliance, Planning and HMRC Matters

VAT made simpler, with practical advice you can rely on.


VAT rules can be complex, and getting them wrong can be costly. From registration and return filing to VAT schemes, property transactions, partial exemption and international VAT, businesses need to get the details right.


Our VAT specialists provide clear, practical advice tailored to your business. We can help you understand your VAT obligations, stay compliant, meet deadlines and identify opportunities to manage your VAT more efficiently.


Whether you need help with VAT registration, MTD-compliant VAT returns, bookkeeping, VAT planning or an HMRC inspection, we provide as much or as little support as you need.


A flexible service that works around your business.



We can take care of your bookkeeping and VAT returns from start to finish, or work from your own records to prepare and submit your returns. Either way, you get expert support designed to keep your VAT affairs accurate, efficient and up to date — while reducing the risk of avoidable errors and penalties.

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How we help

VAT Services We Provide

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VAT Registration and Deregistration

Advice on when your business needs to register for VAT, whether voluntary registration may be suitable, and support with completing the registration or deregistration process with HMRC.

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VAT Return Preparation and Filing

Preparation and submission of accurate monthly or quarterly VAT returns, helping ensure your business meets HMRC deadlines and remains compliant with Making Tax Digital for VAT.

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Making Tax Digital VAT Compliance

Support with MTD-compliant VAT processes, digital records, software requirements, and return submissions.

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VAT Scheme Advice

Guidance on which VAT scheme may be most suitable for your business, including schemes that could simplify reporting or create tax savings.

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Bookkeeping and VAT Return Support

A full bookkeeping and VAT return service, or VAT return preparation using your own bookkeeping records if you prefer to manage the day-to-day records yourself.

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Partial Exemption and Annual Adjustments

Support for partially exempt businesses, including annual adjustments, input tax recovery, and related VAT calculations.

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Import VAT and C79/PVA Statement Checks

Review of import declaration C79 and postponed VAT accounting statements to help ensure import VAT is recorded and treated correctly.

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VAT Planning and Transaction Advice

Advice on structuring transactions to avoid unnecessary VAT costs and manage VAT treatment correctly.

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International VAT Advice

Support with international VAT transactions, cross-border queries, overseas trading, and VAT implications for international business activity.

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VAT on Property and Development

Specialist advice on VAT for property transactions, development projects, and DIY house builder matters.

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Group VAT Registration

Advice on group VAT registration and whether it may be appropriate for connected businesses.

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VAT Disputes, Appeals and HMRC Enquiries

Support with VAT disputes, appeals, HMRC VAT visits, inspections, and enquiries, including dealing with HMRC on your behalf.

Why choose Moore

A senior, partner-led team with deep sector experience

Practical, commercially useful findings — not just compliance

Clear, jargon-free communication throughout the process

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Who This is For?

  • Business owners
  • VAT-registered businesses
  • Businesses approaching the VAT registration threshold
  • Businesses considering voluntary VAT registration
  • Companies needing monthly or quarterly VAT return support
  • Businesses using Making Tax Digital for VAT
  • Property developers
  • Businesses wanting VAT planning or scheme advice
  • Businesses involved in property transactions
  • Charities and not-for-profit organisations
  • Academies, schools, nurseries, and colleges
  • Businesses with international VAT queries
  • Partially exempt businesses
  • Businesses importing goods into the UK
  • Organisations selected for an HMRC VAT visit or inspection
how it works

How Our VAT Advice Works

01. Understand Your VAT Position

We start by reviewing your business, turnover, VAT status, transactions, software, records, and any specific VAT issues or deadlines.

02. Review Your Compliance and Planning Needs

We assess your VAT obligations, registration position, return requirements, VAT scheme options, partial exemption considerations, and any potential risks or opportunities.

03.  Prepare Returns or Provide VAT Advice

We prepare and submit VAT returns where required, or provide clear advice on VAT planning, transactions, schemes, property matters, imports, or international VAT issues.

04. Support Ongoing Compliance and HMRC Matters

We continue to help you stay compliant, manage future VAT deadlines, respond to HMRC enquiries, and adapt your VAT approach as your business changes.