Adding VAT Services to your HMRC account

Follow the steps below to add VAT services to your HMRC account:

Step 1: Log into HMRC Account

1. Log into your HMRC account by visiting this link: https://www.access.service.gov.uk/login/signin/creds
   Use your Gateway ID and Password to access your account. Make sure your login details are correct and secure.

Step 2: Navigate to the Relevant Page

2. Once logged in, you will be directed to a page to add VAT to your account. On this page, select "VAT" and "VAT services" when asked: "Which tax do you want to add to your account?"

Step 3: Select VAT Service

3. When prompted with the question "What do you want to add?", select "VAT" and "VAT services".

Step 4: Review Summary and Continue

4. On the following page, you will see a summary of the next steps and the details required to complete the process. Review the information and then select "Continue".

Step 5: Confirm VAT Number

5. You will be prompted with the question: "Do you have a VAT number?" Select "Yes" to confirm that you possess a VAT number.

Step 6: Enter Your VAT Number

6. Add your VAT number in the designated field. Do not include "GB" in the VAT number. Ensure it is entered correctly.

Step 7: Enter Effective Date of Registration

7. Next, enter the effective date of VAT registration for your VAT. This is the date your VAT registration became active. You can find this information on your VAT Certificate.

Step 8: Add Postcode or Select Option for Non-UK Business

8. If your company is based in the UK, add your postcode. If your business is located outside the UK, select "The business does not have a UK postcode".

Step 9: Confirm VAT Return Status

9. When asked: "Are you currently submitting VAT returns?", select "Yes". If you have not previously filed any returns, select “No” and skip to step 12.

Step 10: Verify and Enter Your Latest VAT Return Details

10. You will be prompted to confirm details from your most recent VAT return submitted to HMRC. To ensure accurate entry, please refer to the proof of your latest VAT return provided by your previous service provider. Using this document, you will be able to accurately enter the correct amount in Box 5.

Step 11: Select the Last Month of Your VAT Accounting Period

11. You will then be asked to select the last month of your latest VAT accounting period. Again, please refer to the proof of your most recent VAT return. 
    As shown in the screenshot above, the submission period covered July to September. In this case, you should select September as the final month of the VAT accounting period.

Step 12: Review and Confirm Your Information

12. Finally, review all the information you have entered during the procedure.
    

• If everything is correct, select "Continue" to proceed.
  

• If any data needs to be corrected, select "Change" to update your details.

Final Notes:

• If you need assistance at any point, please refer to the help and support section on the HMRC portal for further guidance.

• Ensure all details are correct before entering, as incorrect information may delay the process.