How do I reclaim import VAT C79?

How do I reclaim import VAT C79?

You need to hold official evidence of VAT paid on imported goods before you can recover the VAT as input tax. The normal evidence is the monthly certificate, known as form C79. It does not in itself allow you to claim back the VAT you have paid which must, in all cases, be deductible under the normal input tax rules.

What is a C79 VAT certificate?

HMRC will generally send you a certificate (form C79) as evidence that you’ve paid import VAT. C79 certificates are issued monthly. You can find more information about the VAT payable on imports here. HMRC view the ‘EU’ as the VAT (fiscal) territory of the EU, which is different from the Customs territory of the EU.

Are C79 still issued?

The current paper C79 monthly certificate issued by HMRC as evidence of import VAT paid is to be abolished and replaced by an online system, which produces a “postponed import VAT statement”.

Can I get my C79 certificate online?

If the person making declarations used the Customs Declaration Service you will need to get the certificate online – which will be available monthly. You’ll need a Government Gateway user ID and password which is linked to your EORI number. Get your certificates if you use the Customs Declaration Service.

How much is a C79 form?

It’s worth considering this before you file your C79 form (which is the application form you need for an enforcement order) and pay the associated fee (which is £215 at the time of writing).

Do I need a deferment approval number?

If your application is approved and a Direct Debit is in place you will get a deferment approval number. You will need to use this on your import declarations or to remove goods from an excise warehouse.

What is a HMRC monthly VAT certificate?

The form C79 is proof that you’ve paid the VAT due on importation of goods. Assuming that the goods are of a sort eligible for VAT reclaim you will want to reclaim the VAT on your VAT return.

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Do you need C79 certificate to claim VAT in UK?

If you’re registered for UK VAT you’ll get a C79 import VAT certificate which you’ll need to claim import VAT as input tax on your VAT Return.

Where can I get a copy of a C79?

We have some import VAT tax dated from October 2020 that we have been told we can reclaim the VAT on with a C79. However we have not received one. Where/how can we get a copy of a C79 ?

Do you have to use the most recent C79 certificate?

You should use the most recent C79 that you received, as this contains the correct information. We apologise to affected customers and for any inconvenience caused. If the person making declarations used the Customs Handling of Import and Export Freight (CHIEF) service you’ll get your C79 certificates sent to you in the post.

Where can I get a copy of my HMRC certificate?

No – HMRC issue them. It won’t come from the shipping company / courier. We keep for a period of 6 years, microfiche copies of all monthly certificates issued. You can get replacements of lost or missing certificates from: