Change VAT end for VAT period

Hi, am connected to MTD

Thanks debbieeveburch,

Once MTD is enabled the obligations are sync directly from HMRC, if this is not showing the end date you are expecting you would need to contact them to update the obligation request. 

Please get back to us if you have any Q's!

Hi, Any idea how to chnge the VAT end Date for the current version of QuickBooks? The method you described is not available now. I opened th Prepare Return link and there is no method to change the End Date on this screen. Thanks

Welcome to the Community, @GuzziMan.

I understand that you do not have the option to change the end date of your VAT end date in QuickBooks Online.

The option to change the VAT end date will be available if the VAT MTD is turned off. Thus, I recommend turning it off and adjusting the date of the VAT.

Once done, you can turn it back on. It should now show the option to change the VAT at the Prepare Return screen.

Here are some articles you can read about managing VAT in QuickBooks Online:

• Report an adjustment for the errors in a previously filed VAT return (VAT652).
• VAT: Getting started.

Let me know if you have questions about managing VAT in QuickBooks Online. I'm always here to help. Have a great day.

Hi,

Client needs to file their final VAT return. HMRC has requested the final VAT return to cover the period from 01/07/2024 to 02/10/2024. In client's QBO, the default period is QE 30/09/2024. I tried to turn off MTD for VAT as you suggested, but I received this message within QBO: "

"You’re about to turn off Making Tax Digital for VAT.

After you do this you won’t be able to use QuickBooks to submit your VAT returns to HMRC.

Before you turn off Making Tax Digital in QuickBooks, you must unsubscribe from the service with HMRC.

Please confirm by ticking:  ___ I’ve unsubscribed from Making Tax Digital for VAT" What should I do next? 

Here's what you need to do next, RBK.

It’s crucial to file your VAT accurately and on time to ensure compliance with HMRC regulations, avoid potential penalties, and maintain your business's financial health. To comply with HMRC's requested period, you can tick the prompt to turn off MTD for VAT. Then, adjust the date of the VAT as suggested by my colleague above. Once done, follow the steps below to re-authorise MTD for VAT.

1. On the left navigation panel, go to Taxes.
2. Click Set up MTD.
3. Choose Authorise now, and then select Continue.
4. Sign in with your MTD Government Gateway user ID and password.
5. Press Continue.
6. Select Give permission.
7. Click Continue and then Go to Taxes.

I'll also leave this article for more info on troubleshooting MTD issues: Take action and fix MTD issues and errors in QuickBooks Online.

Looking ahead, you'll find these articles on managing and adjusting VAT payments helpful:

• Manage VAT payments in QuickBooks Online
• Make VAT adjustments in QuickBooks Online

If you have any other questions about filing VAT in QuickBooks, please feel free to let me know. I'm just one post away to help you out.