Sole Trader VAT registration

rkck15

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Hi Guys, quick question. I set up a business as sole trader last year and didn't register for VAT. However over the next few months it looks like my turnover is going to surpass the VAT threshold so I'm going to have to register for VAT. Question is can I register for VAT at anytime, i.e. end of September for example or does it need to tie in with a calendar year?

If it ties in with the calendar year then obviously I will have problems given that my turnover will probably surpass the VAT threshold within the next 4 - 6 weeks.

Thanks in advance!
 
You should register for VAT when you expect your annual turnover to exceed the threshold not when you exceed the threshold.

So if your turning over €3,000 a month for 10 months and in month 11 your turnover goes to €4,000 then you should register from the start of month 11.
 
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