Easily submit VAT returns online

Xero calculates VAT and files VAT returns online securely with HMRC, using software that’s compatible with HMRC systems.

VAT calculated for you

VAT is worked out and included in returns.

Manage VAT transactions

View VAT transaction details and make adjustments when you pay VAT online.

File VAT returns online

Submit VAT returns compatible with MTD for VAT.

Manage CIS with Xero

Manage your CIS deductions, submit returns and simplify compliance.

VAT calculated for you

Use Xero to calculate VAT on transactions, populate and submit VAT returns online with HMRC.

Work with the accrual, flat rate, or cash VAT scheme
Review VAT returns online in a clear, easy-to-understand layout
File VAT returns that are compatible with Making Tax Digital

Manage VAT transactions

Accurately track and manage VAT in Xero.

See details of the transactions that make up the online VAT return
Make adjustments to VAT on transactions like invoices and bills

Learn more about MTD

File VAT returns online

View and check MTD VAT returns and file them online from Xero to HMRC. No need to print or email them.

Check what needs doing, what’s done, and how much is due
Submit VAT returns online quickly and securely to HMRC
Stay up to date with the latest HMRC VAT return requirements

Manage CIS with Xero

Use Xero accounting software to manage CIS deductions, submit returns and simplify compliance.

Automate CIS calculations
File monthly CIS returns directly to HMRC
Check and verify subcontractors
Send statements directly to subcontractors

Learn more about CIS in Xero

More about submitting VAT returns online with Xero

: You can keep digital records and submit VAT returns online using Xero. If you are VAT registered, you need to use MTD-compatible VAT software like Xero.
Read more about Making Tax Digital
You can keep digital records and submit VAT returns online using Xero. If you are VAT registered, you need to use MTD-compatible VAT software like Xero.
Read more about Making Tax Digital
: If you buy or sell to businesses abroad, including the EU, Xero helps by assigning these transactions to the correct boxes in your HMRC VAT return. Xero also handles VAT domestic reverse charges with ease.
See how Xero calculates the VAT return box amounts
If you buy or sell to businesses abroad, including the EU, Xero helps by assigning these transactions to the correct boxes in your HMRC VAT return. Xero also handles VAT domestic reverse charges with ease.
See how Xero calculates the VAT return box amounts
: As required, Xero keeps business records for at least seven years. Xero retains all your historic HMRC VAT returns along with a full audit trail making it simple to look back.
See how to view filed VAT returns
As required, Xero keeps business records for at least seven years. Xero retains all your historic HMRC VAT returns along with a full audit trail making it simple to look back.
See how to view filed VAT returns
: Xero automatically calculates and applies domestic reverse charge VAT and wording to your invoices and bills. Domestic reverse charge VAT applies to certain goods and services and, from 1 March 2021, it must also be used for most supplies of building and construction services.
Read more about domestic reverse charge
Xero automatically calculates and applies domestic reverse charge VAT and wording to your invoices and bills. Domestic reverse charge VAT applies to certain goods and services and, from 1 March 2021, it must also be used for most supplies of building and construction services.
Read more about domestic reverse charge