What is VAT?

VAT (Value Added Tax) is a consumer tax imposed on most goods and services by all EU Member States. All companies, regardless of where they are located, must pay this VAT for goods and services they purchase in the EU. However, in most situations, this VAT can be reclaimed.

Is my Company eligible to claim a refund? 

Providing:

- The VAT was charged for a business expense
- That you are registered for business in your home country
- You do not make taxable supplies in the EU country where you are claiming

Can I get back VAT on private as well as business expenses? 

- No, only legitimate business expenses

What evidence do I need to provide? 

Only original invoices are acceptable, no copies, photocopies, pro forma invoices or credit card slipsIf your invoices are invalid or inadmissable, we can request replacement invoices on your behalf from your suppliers, for which we make a nominal charge. All original invoices will be returned to you by the Authorities suitably marked to prevent duplication, and;
- Proof of Business Status (we’ll give you precise advise where you can obtain this information), and;
- A Letter of Authority for which we’ll give you the text

What kind of business expenses can I claim back?

In the U.K. you can reclaim the VAT on just about ALL your expenses, the notable exceptions being entertaining and the purchase of cars. Typical expenses are:
- Exhibitions and conferences
- Accommodation
- Car hire and fuel
- Training courses
- Hire of equipment

What is the claim period?

In the U.K. the claim period for non-EU companies is 1st July – 30th June and we have until the 31st December to submit the claim. In the remainder of the EU, the claim period is based on the calendar year and claims have to be submitted by 30th June.However, if the value of the claims warrant, we can submit claims every 3 months