Our Indirect Tax approach
Menzies Indirect Tax team encompasses Customs and VAT services working seamlessly together to provide clients with integrated, practical solutions for international trade and indirect tax compliance. By combining specialist expertise across both areas, we help businesses navigate complex regulations, manage risk, and identify opportunities for efficiency across cross-border operations. This collaborative approach ensures clients receive joined-up advice that supports compliance while enabling smooth and effective global trade.
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VAT relief for goods donated to charities
A new relief is available from 1 April 2026 to remove a VAT charge on…
HMRC Brief – update to VAT recovery…
HMRC has recently published a policy paper updating the VAT recovery rules in relation to…
Important upcoming changes to export declaration processes…
Please note that the deadline to transition to CDS has been extended to 4 June…
The VAT relief that can bite back!
Charities are entitled to claim relief from VAT when they construct new buildings. This can…
Option to Tax Notifications
HMRC have recently changed their policy on acknowledging Option to Tax notifications. Historically they have…
An overview of the EU Carbon Border…
What is it? The Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) will impact all exporters of certain…
VAT Treatment of fund management services
For more information, or assistance on financial and insurance services VAT matters please speak to…
When is a fundraising event a VAT…
The conditions to apply the VAT exemption on admission to fundraising events were considered in…
The Border Target Operating Model (TOM)
The draft Border Target Operating Model (TOM) proposes a new approach to security for all…
Post Pandemic VAT Recovery Alert: The Overlooked…
Are you overlooking a golden opportunity? Many hospitality businesses do not realise that they may…
VAT on independent school fees: FAQs
Following Labour’s election win, they have gone ahead with their intention to impose VAT on…
HMRC announce changes to VAT grouping policy…
HMRC have issued a Business Brief with the aim of tackling, what they view as,…
