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Find out which supplies of children’s clothing or footwear are zero-rated for VAT.
VAT and other taxes on shopping and services, including tax-free shopping, energy-saving equipment and mobility aids.
VAT is a tax you pay on most goods and services. % of VAT What the rate…
In shops Any VAT due is already included in the price of something you buy…
You’ll pay a rate of either 5% or 0% VAT when certain energy-saving…
If you’re over 60, you pay a reduced rate of VAT (5%) on certain mobility…
You can only buy tax-free goods from shops: in Great Britain (England,…
Tobacco Duty is included in the price you pay for cigarettes, cigars and…
Fuel Duty is included in the price you pay for petrol, diesel and other…
Insurance Premium Tax (IPT) is usually included in the price you pay for…
Airlines pay Air Passenger Duty (APD) for every passenger who flies from…
This notice explains when protective equipment is zero-rated and children's car seats and travel systems are reduced-rated at 5% VAT.
Get help to classify footwear and parts of footwear for import and export.
Check the tariff classification for lace-up low shoes.
Check the tariff classification for low shoes.
Tax and reporting rules for employers providing clothing expenses and benefits, including uniforms and protective clothing
How to get VAT relief if you’re buying goods because of your disability.
Product recall for Clarks Breeze and Brinkley Women’s Shoes presenting a serious chemical risk as they contain benzidine and dimethoxy benzidine which are toxic and can cause adverse health effects.
The prohibitions and restrictions on the import of animal furs and skins into the UK and the export of salmon and trout.
A list of goods and services showing which rates of VAT apply and which items are exempt or outside the scope of VAT.
Product recall for Next Kids Patent T Bar Bow Shoes presenting a risk of injuries.
Advice for manufacturers and retailers on footwear labelling.
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