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How to use VAT margin schemes - records you need to keep, invoicing and VAT return reporting
VAT margin schemes tax the difference between what you paid for an item…
You can only use a margin scheme for: second-hand goods works of art…
You must keep the usual VAT records when you use a margin scheme. You must…
You must show any goods you bought or sold using a margin scheme on your…
Find out which disposals of assets from historic houses are within the scope of VAT.
How to apply for a licence to export cultural goods, including antiques, furniture and archaeological items.
Find out how to value your goods to help when working out the VAT due when importing goods into the UK.
Find out if relief is available for goods using Temporary Admission and if your goods require you to be established inside or outside the UK.
We are seeking views on regulations to support a new statutory definition of an antique firearm and on a process to continually review the regulations.
Product Recall for E27 Screw Vintage Switch Bulb Holder Industrial Antique presenting a risk of electric shock.
If you import or export goods, find out if you can use a margin scheme to account for VAT. (VAT Notice 718)
When and how you need to register your item or apply for an exemption certificate to deal in ivory.
There’s a ban on supplying luxury goods to anyone in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (North Korea) or Syria, directly or indirectly.
The Treasure Valuation Committee (TVC), comprising of independent antiques or coin experts and a representative of the hobby of metal-detecting, establishes the likely market value of each treasure find. A reward of this value can then be made to the...
Find out when you can zero rate books and other forms of printed matter.
The laws on selling, buying and carrying a knife or weapon depend on the type of knife or weapon, your age and your circumstances.
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