Tell HMRC about a VAT-registered trader that is insolvent
Use form VAT769 to notify HM Revenue and Customs of an insolvency of a VAT-registered trader.
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Use form VAT769 to notify HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) of an insolvency of a VAT-registered trader.
Notifications
Please send completed notifications to the following addresses:
Bankruptcy (sequestration), trust deeds, administrative receiverships members voluntary liquidations and liquidations
Debt Management – EIS NCL
HM Revenue and Customs
BX9 1SR
Company administration and voluntary arrangements
Debt Management - EIS C
HM Revenue and Customs
BX9 1SH
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Related forms and guidance
VAT Notice 700/56: insolvency
Read about insolvency and notifying HMRC including completing form VAT769.
Last updated 4 March 2021 + show all updates
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We have updated the addresses you'll need when sending VAT769 to notify us of an insolvency of a VAT-registered trader.
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This guidance has been updated to show a new address for sending completed notification for Members voluntary liquidations.
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Welsh translation added to the page.
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Addresses for sending completed notification have been amended.
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