VAT registered agent as a bookkeeper

Hello, Do you need to be a registered VAT agent as a bookkeeper so you can file clients VAT returns per quarter? Or can you be a bookkeeper and do this without any registrations?

 

Hi. There is no requiement to register for VAT on the basis of being a bookkepper. The requirements for having to register gor VAT are related to taxable turnover. Please see the guidance below: Who should register for VAT (VAT Notice 700/1)  Thank you .

 

Hello, So as a bookkeeper you don’t need any qualifications to file VAT returns on behalf of a client? Thank you

Hi,

In order to submit a return for a client you would only need to set up an Agent Services Account through which you connect software to submit your clients Making Tax Digital Returns. Please se the guidance below: Create an agent services account Please bear in mind that if you’re a new tax agent, you must first register with HMRC for an agent services account. When your registration has been accepted by HMRC, you can create an account. If you’re already transacting online as an agent with HMRC and have at least one client (for Self Assessment, Corporation Tax, PAYE or VAT), you can immediately create an agent services account. Thank you.