Deadlines for submitting VAT returns
Whether you choose to pay monthly or quarterly, the deadline for submitting your VAT return is 1 month and 7 days after the end of the VAT period. See 'How to submit your first VAT return' for more information about how to retrieve your VAT dates. See below for key dates which will be useful to make a record of when submitting VAT returns in the 2025-26 tax year:
7th May 2025
Deadline for VAT returns and payments of Accounting Quarter period ending 31 March 2025
7th June 2025
Deadline for VAT returns and payment Accounting Quarter period ending 30 April 2025 if filed online
7th July 2025
Deadline for VAT returns and payments of Accounting Quarter period ending 31 May 2025
7th August 2025
Deadline for VAT returns and payments of Accounting Quarter period ending 30 June 2025
7th September 2025
Deadline for VAT returns and payments of Accounting Quarter period ending 31 July 2025
7th October 2025
Deadline for VAT returns and payments of Accounting Quarter period ending 31 August 2025
7th November 2025
Deadline for VAT returns and payments of Accounting Quarter period ending 30 September 2025
7th December 2025
Deadline for VAT returns and payments of Accounting Quarter period ending 31 October 2025
7th January 2026
Deadline for VAT returns and payments of Accounting Quarter period ending 30 November 2025
7th February 2026
Deadline for VAT returns and payments of Accounting Quarter period ending 31 December 2025
7th March 2026
Deadline for VAT returns and payments of Accounting Quarter period ending 31 January 2026
VAT return tips
1. Make sure your VAT coding is correct
Filing your VAT return can be confusing when there are so many VAT codes available to pick and choose from. Choosing the right code is important, otherwise you could end up paying less or more than is necessary. VAT codes help to define the amount of VAT owed depending on the type of goods and/or services that your business sells. Visit Quickbook's complete guide on VAT codes for more information.
2. Keep your bookkeeping up to date
If HMRC need to ask you any questions about your records, it makes sense to keep them up to date, clear and organised so that they can be found easily. Ensure your affairs are up to date from the beginning as you'll find it easier to keep them organised as you mean to go on.
3. Keep a record of evidence
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4. Have a clear expense policy
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5. Clearly communicate your policies
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