QuickBooksHelpIntuitAdd VAT categories to products and services in QuickBooks
by Intuit•2• Updated 1 week ago
Learn how to assign VAT categories to your products and services so QuickBooks Online can calculate the correct VAT for your customers automatically.
Step 1: Set up VAT in QuickBooks
Before assigning VAT categories, make sure VAT is set up. This allows QuickBooks to track and apply the correct tax rules based on what and where you sell.
Step 2: Identify the right VAT category
Not sure which VAT category applies to an item? Speak with your accountant or find an accountant near you.
Step 3: Assign a VAT category to a product or service
To assign a VAT category to an existing item:
- Go to Sales, then select Products & Services.
- Look for the item you want to assign a tax category to, then select Edit.
- Select the VAT▼ dropdown menu, then find and choose the specific VAT that fits your item.
- Complete your item’s info:
- For a stock item, complete these steps.
- For a non-stock or service item, follow these steps.
- Select Save.
| Tip: To assign a VAT category to a new item, learn how to add a stock or service item. |
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