VAT-registered businesses in the UK must now submit VAT Returns digitally through HMRC’s Making Tax Digital (MTD) system. For accountants, bookkeepers, and professional tax agents, 11taxassist provides a fast, accurate, and HMRC-recognised solution for filing VAT returns on behalf of clients.
This guide explains how agents can register, authorise clients, upload VAT data, and file VAT Returns via MTD using 11taxassist.
What Is MTD VAT Filing for Agents?
Making Tax Digital (MTD) requires businesses and agents to:
- Submit VAT Returns using HMRC-recognised software
- Maintain digital financial records
- Communicate with HMRC using secure APIs
Agents manage VAT filing through their HMRC Agent Services Account (ASA) and connect clients to 11taxassist.
Why Use 11taxassist for MTD VAT Filing?
11taxassist is HMRC-recognised software designed for accountants and tax agents.
Key Features:
- Simple agent onboarding
- Manage unlimited clients
- Import VAT data via Excel (VAT100 Template/VAT Bookkeeping Template)
- Fetch VAT obligations and liabilities automatically
- Submit VAT Returns digitally
- Download report
- Fully compliant with MTD rules
Step-by-Step MTD VAT Filing Guide for Agents
Step 1 — Register as an Agent with HMRC
You must register as an HMRC Agent before filing VAT returns.
- Government Gateway Agent Account
- Unique Taxpayer Reference (UTR)
- Business identity details
- Agent contact information
Step 2 — Register as an Agent in 11taxassist
After HMRC approval, set up your agent profile in 11taxassist.
- Select Agent account type and add ARN
- Connect to HMRC ASA
- Add your business and client details
Step 3 — Ask Clients to Authorise You for VAT MTD
HMRC requires digital authorisation for each client.
- Log in to Agent Services Account
- Select “Ask a client to authorise you”
- Enter client’s VAT number
- HMRC sends a digital authorisation link
- Client approves the request
Step 4 — Select the Client’s VAT Obligation Period
Choose the open VAT period fetched directly from HMRC via API.
Step 5 — Download VAT Excel Templates
11taxassist provides two official templates:
- VAT100 Template
- VAT Bookkeeping Template
Step 6 — Enter & Upload VAT Data
Fill in and upload:
- Sales
- Purchases
- Output VAT
- Input VAT
Step 7 — Review VAT Summary
The system automatically calculates:
- Output VAT
- Input VAT
- Net VAT payable or reclaim
Step 8 — Submit VAT Return to HMRC (MTD Compliant)
Your submission includes:
- Digital HMRC receipt
- Confirmation number
- Time-stamped audit record
Benefits of Filing MTD VAT via 11taxassist
- Faster, error-free VAT filing
- Direct HMRC digital submission
- Secure cloud record keeping
- Complete audit trail
- Manage multiple clients easily
- Full HMRC-recognised compliance
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