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Hi,
I would like to migrate from QB US to QB UK Desktop mainly for VAT purpose. Before migration I have few doubts to get clarified.
1. Backup restoration will be as same as QB US?
2. Attachments of Invoices or bills will be displaced after migration?
3. Migrating from Older version to newer version possible?
4. All the GL's and transaction will be the same or only opening balance will be displayed?
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Hi @Fawaz040,
Thank you for posting here in the Community. Let me share some clarification about migrating to QuickBooks Desktop UK.
Currently, a direct way to migrate data from the US version of Desktop is unavailable. You'll need to find a third-party conversion tool to help you transfer the files.
Since we can't suggest an app you can use, I suggest visiting our QuickBooks Apps website. From there, you can find apps integrated with the QuickBooks program. Please visit this page: https://quickbooks.intuit.com/app/apps/.
To know how data is converted, I suggest contacting third-party support. You can view the contact details directly in the App information. Here's how:
You can restore an old backup but the source needs to be a UK version too. The steps to restore a backup (.qbb) are still the same as the US version. To learn more about it, please check out this link: Restore a backup of your company file.
It's only possible to migrate to a newer version of QuickBooks UK if the older version you're using has the same region.
You can also check this article for more details about the complete list of file extensions and descriptions to help you understand more about the purpose of the file in QuickBooks: File types and extensions used by QuickBooks Desktop.
Keep us posted if you need anything else regarding the process. Have a great day.
Hi @Fawaz040,
Thank you for posting here in the Community. Let me share some clarification about migrating to QuickBooks Desktop UK.
Currently, a direct way to migrate data from the US version of Desktop is unavailable. You'll need to find a third-party conversion tool to help you transfer the files.
Since we can't suggest an app you can use, I suggest visiting our QuickBooks Apps website. From there, you can find apps integrated with the QuickBooks program. Please visit this page: https://quickbooks.intuit.com/app/apps/.
To know how data is converted, I suggest contacting third-party support. You can view the contact details directly in the App information. Here's how:
You can restore an old backup but the source needs to be a UK version too. The steps to restore a backup (.qbb) are still the same as the US version. To learn more about it, please check out this link: Restore a backup of your company file.
It's only possible to migrate to a newer version of QuickBooks UK if the older version you're using has the same region.
You can also check this article for more details about the complete list of file extensions and descriptions to help you understand more about the purpose of the file in QuickBooks: File types and extensions used by QuickBooks Desktop.
Keep us posted if you need anything else regarding the process. Have a great day.
You may have 2 options:
1. Utilize a migration tool
https://transactionpro.grsm.io/qbd
https://partners.saasant.com/affiliate/idevaffiliate.php?id=5051_2
2. Purchase a 3rd party conversion service.
Contact us in private for details.
Hi. I'm new to this. How do i get in touch?
Welcome to the Community, Luluj!
Getting in touching with one of our phone agents is easy-peasy task. Let me guide you with these steps:
Also, you can post your concern on the forum. We are here to help you resolve it.
If you have some How do I concerns, you can visit our Help Articles page for some resources to resolve the issue.
I'm just a post away to help you out again with your banking concerns.
Any specific concern? Do you need to convert data from QBD US to UK, or else?
Hi. I have migrated from Quickbooks US to UK. The UK version won’t read my existing company files which contains my database of clients and invoices.
How do I get my UK version to read my existing files?
Hi. I have migrated from Quickbooks US to UK. The UK version won’t read my existing company files which contains my database of clients and invoices.
How do I get my UK version to read my existing files?
I have migrated from Quickbooks US to UK. The UK version won’t read my existing company files which contains my database of clients and invoices.
How do I get my UK version to read my existing files?
The company file is not compatible. You need to purchase a 3rd party service to convert it. Contact me in private for assistance.
Thanks for getting back with the Community, Luluj.
I can certainly understand how an ability to migrate data from QuickBooks US company files to work with QuickBooks UK could be useful and have submitted a suggestion about it as of today.
You can also submit your own feature requests while signed in.
Here's how:
Your feedback's definitely valuable to Intuit. It will be reviewed by our Product Development team and considered in future updates. You can stay up-to-date with the latest news about your product by reviewing Intuit's Product Updates webpage.
As a workaround, you can do some research to identify if there's a third-party conversion tool you can use to help transfer your data.
You also have the option of checking our QuickBooks App Store for apps which may be able to help you achieve what you're looking to do.
Please don't hesitate to send a reply if there's any additional questions. Have a wonderful day!
Hello
Will you be able to assist in converting a Quick books 2015 UK database to a 2023 US database for desktop ?
Regards
Farhad
Click on my profile name and you will find our website address to send an email to. We can help to convert your data file.
We are glad to see you joining this thread, @FISW.\
The ability to migrate data from QuickBooks US company files to work with QuickBooks UK is currently unavailable in the program.
I suggest checking out our QuickBooks App Store for any apps that can assist you in converting your data.
You'll also want to send feedback to our product engineers. They can review your request and likely include them in future product enhancements. You can do this inside your account. Let me show you how:
Stay updated with the latest news regarding your product through Product Updates webpage.
Please don't hesitate to comment if you have more questions about QuickBooks. I'll make sure to get back to assist you. Have a good one!
Hi, Just want to know how you were able to migrate the files. i'm Trying to migrate the other way , from uk to us version of quickbooks, any hints or advice?
Hey!
I did not get a right solution for this. There are few challenges for which I don't have time to invest in.
I have a lot of attachments in the qb which may lose during migration. So, I did not go for it and now getting used to the current scenario.
2020
Do you need to convert data from QB Desktop 2020 UK version to QB Desktop US version?
Exactly.
You have QB Desktop 2020 UK with a non subscription license, correct? I would recommend to keep using your current version to access your historical data for good. Then you should start from scratch in US version. You can still find QB Desktop US version with a non subscription license on the marketplace.
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