MTD 4 VAT

What MTD 4 VAT is

MTD 4 VAT is web software for Making Tax Digital for VAT, and the product says it is recognised by HMRC. It lets users keep digital VAT records, export them, and use the software as a bridging tool. Users can submit VAT returns and retrieve VAT obligations, as well as view returns filed up to four years earlier. The software can also retrieve VAT liabilities, payments, penalties, and financial details about a penalty. For a VAT customer, it can show the effective registration date and whether they have entered the VAT Flat Rate Scheme. The maker says records are stored on the user's device and can be exported or deleted at any time. It says personal and financial data are not stored in its systems; server-held login details are an email, hashed password, and VAT registration number. The maker says the web software works on desktops, laptops, tablets, and mobile phones. Standard costs £20 a year after a first month that is free, for an individual user. Agents costs £5 a year per customer. A free trial is available.

Who it suits

MTD 4 VAT may suit individuals who need to file VAT returns and keep digital records, as well as agents handling VAT customers. The maker states that it works across desktop and mobile devices.

Limits

There is no free plan. Standard is free for the first month, then costs £20.00 per year for one individual user; Agents costs £5 per customer per year.

Getting started

1. Open https://mtd4vat.co.uk/ in a web browser
2. Start the available free trial or first free month
3. Choose Standard for an individual user or Agents for customer-based use
4. Use the service on a desktop, laptop, tablet, or mobile phone
5. Create or maintain digital VAT records and export them when needed
6. Submit VAT returns and retrieve VAT obligations

Verdict

MTD 4 VAT combines digital VAT record keeping with return submission and access to account details. Its stated device-based record storage and separate individual and agent pricing are worth considering before choosing a plan.