How long does it take for a non-UK resident to register a UK company and apply for VAT?

Posted Thu, 10 Aug 2023 17:50:26 GMT by

How long does it take for a non-UK resident to register a UK company and apply for VAT?I heard it takes as long as several months?

Posted Mon, 14 Aug 2023 15:50:30 GMT by HMRC Admin 10

Hello
With regards registering a limited company that would be dealt with by Companies House not HMRC.
There are no specific timescales for registering for VAT, the majority are actioned within 30 days.

Posted Mon, 14 Aug 2023 18:50:02 GMT by

What I want to know is the problem of the company applying for a VAT number, mainly because the company's directors and shareholders are not British residents.

Posted Tue, 15 Aug 2023 13:07:27 GMT by HMRC Admin 17

Hello,

The current timescale to deal with the application is 30 days further information maybe required to process the application ,

Thank you

Posted Wed, 16 Aug 2023 10:03:45 GMT by

I would like to confirm that the director of the company is not a UK resident, is it okay?

Posted Tue, 22 Aug 2023 12:57:55 GMT by HMRC Admin 32

Hi,

It can take up to 30 days to register for VAT in the UK. As regards incorporating the company in the UK, please speak with Companies House.

Contact Companies House

Thank you.

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