Important deadlines for submitting VAT returns 24/25

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 2024-25 tax year:

7th May 2024

Deadline for VAT returns and payments of Accounting Quarter period ending 31 March 2024

7th June 2024

Deadline for VAT returns and payment Accounting Quarter period ending 30 April 2024 if filed online

7th July 2024

Deadline for VAT returns and payments of Accounting Quarter period ending 31 May 2024

7th August 2024

Deadline for VAT returns and payments of Accounting Quarter period ending 30 June 2024

7th September 2024

Deadline for VAT returns and payments of Accounting Quarter period ending 31 July 2024

7th October 2024

Deadline for VAT returns and payments of Accounting Quarter period ending 31 August 2024

7th November 2024

Deadline for VAT returns and payments of Accounting Quarter period ending 30 September 2024

7th December 2024

Deadline for VAT returns and payments of Accounting Quarter period ending 31 October 2024

7th January 2024

Deadline for VAT returns and payments of Accounting Quarter period ending 30 November 2025

7th February 2024

Deadline for VAT returns and payments of Accounting Quarter period ending 31 December 2025

7th March 2024

Deadline for VAT returns and payments of Accounting Quarter period ending 31 January 2025

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VAT return tips

1. Keep track of everything:

Make sure you're keeping accurate records of all your transactions, like receipts and invoices. This way, you can avoid any mistakes when you're filling out your VAT return.

2. Know your VAT rates:

Different goods and services are subject to different rates of VAT, so it's important to know which ones apply to your business. This will help you avoid charging the wrong amount of VAT.

3. Don't be late:

HMRC usually requires you to submit your VAT return every quarter, so make sure you're doing it on time. You have one month and seven days after the end of the VAT return period to get it done.

4. Check, check, and check again:

Before you submit your VAT return, make sure you double-check your calculations. Any mistakes could end up costing you money.

5. Get help if you need it:

If you're not sure about anything, don't be afraid to ask for help. Feel free to contact me for the guidance you need to make sure your VAT return is accurate.