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Information on what a Very Important Person (VIP) Delegate visa is and how to apply for one.
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…
Airlines pay Air Passenger Duty (APD) for every passenger who flies from…
Insurance Premium Tax (IPT) is usually included in the price you pay for…
Getting a faster decision on a visa or settlement application; priority service, super priority service; waiting times; how to check if you're eligible
You may be able to pay for a faster decision on a visa or settlement…
You can apply for a faster decision on certain: visa applications…
The rules for getting a refund depend on whether you’re cancelling your…
Find out about Customs Duty, excise duty and import VAT you may need to pay when you send gifts into the UK.
Find out how to account for VAT schemes on business gifts, samples and promotional schemes.
Check which rates of Air Passenger Duty you need to pay if you’re a plane operator, and how to fill in your return to HMRC.
Find out about a scheme that uses advertising and marketing expenditure to reduce profitability and disguise income in the form of redeemable loyalty points.
Find out when it's possible to get zero-rated supplies on medical and research goods and services that have been funded by charities.
Data on gifts and hospitality received by special advisers, and meetings they attended with senior media figures.
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