If your taxable turnover is below £90,000, you’re not legally required to register for VAT. But HMRC allows you to register voluntarily if you choose to.

If you’re a sole trader, the words “VAT registration” can feel a bit daunting, especially when you’re not entirely sure what income actually counts toward the threshold. Get it wrong, and you could miss the point at which you’re legally required to register. Get it right, and you can plan ahead with confidence.