Which tax code should I use? - (UK only)
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To find out which tax code to use, simply answer the questions below.


Is the transaction for goods, services or an asset?


Goods Services Asset

Is the sale to a customer in the UK or abroad?

UK (including Northern Ireland) Abroad (outside the UK) Back

Is the sale for a transaction under CIS Domestic Reverse Charge?

Yes No Back

Is VAT charged on the transaction?

Yes No Back

Is the transaction covered by the Northern Ireland protocol?

Yes No Back

Has the EC customer provided their EC VAT registration number?

Yes No Back

Do you have proof of exportation? i.e. do you meet the criteria for zero rating the sale?

Yes No Back

Is the sale for a transaction under CIS Domestic Reverse Charge?

Yes No Back

Is VAT charged on the transaction?

Yes No Back

Is VAT charged on the transaction?

Yes No Back

Do you use a flat rate VAT scheme?

Yes No Back

Do you use a flat rate VAT scheme?

Yes No Back

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NOTE: If your query is not covered above, we recommend you check with HMRC which VAT Return boxes your transaction needs to appear in, then refer to our tax code list for further help. 

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The VAT or tax codes used in this article are based on the default or recommended codes set up in the software. These may be different in your software.
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