Forum

• # 70427
• Tue 26 Apr 2011 11:51 AM

Hi,

Is there a reference point for vat rates on expenses e.g. milk for the office, a subscription from the States, meals and drink (employee travel) etc. I've tried searching on HMRC but can't find what I'm looking for. Just wondered if there was a handy reference guide?

Thanks

Angie 

• 
  Quote
  

• # 70443
• Tue 26 Apr 2011 08:20 PM

Hi Angie

As starting point use http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/vat/forms-rates/rates/rates.htm it explains the difference between standard, reduced and zero VAT rates plus exempt and outside of scope.

However if you are talking about VAT on receipts/invoices you receive from suppliers then it should be clearly stated on the receipt/invoice. If you purchase subcriptions from the USA then according to the guide it is outside of scope, milk is zero rated but some drinks are not - there is a link in the guide.

Mike

• 
  Quote
  

• # 70459
• Wed 27 Apr 2011 09:40 AM

Hi Blueberry/Angie,

I would be helpful to clarify where those expenses incurred. In uk or abroad?

Nathaliexxx

• Provide bookkeeping and virtual accountancy assistance service in English and French @nckaccountancy.
  West Essex Twitter:http://nckaccountancy.co.uk
  E-mail: info@nckaccountancy.co.uk
• 
  Quote