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VAT, duty and customs declarations for goods received by post or courier - paying, collecting your goods, getting a refund and documents.
Anything posted or couriered to you from another country goes through…
You’ll be contacted by Royal Mail, Parcelforce or the courier company if…
Check that goods sent to you from outside the UK (or outside the UK and…
To qualify as gifts, goods must be: described as gifts on the customs…
Find out about Customs Duty, excise duty and import VAT you may need to pay when you send gifts into the UK.
Legal guidance for deputies and attorneys on the rules about giving gifts on behalf of the person they act for.
Tax and reporting rules for employers providing gifts to employees
This series brings together all documents relating to Gifts given
DFID special advisers gifts, hospitality and meetings returns.
How to charge VAT, calculate VAT, VAT rates, reclaim VAT on business expenses, keep digital records.
Find out how to account for VAT schemes on business gifts, samples and promotional schemes.
Resources for individuals and organisations to download to support buying toys safely this Christmas.
VAT and other taxes on shopping and services, including tax-free shopping, energy-saving equipment and mobility aids.
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