How do I claim back vat paid on a mobility product?
One of the common questions we are asked is “How do i claim back vat paid on a mobility product?”
For those living within the European Union you may already be familiar with paying VAT for items however one thing you may not be aware of is that some products are VAT exempt and people may be eligible to pay for products with VAT relief or claim the VAT back.
Not everything is eligible for VAT relief however as a rule disabled or infirm individuals are able to buy items that have been specifically designed for the disabled or have been adapted for a disabled person.
Examples of products that qualify for VAT exemption are:
- Walking aids
- Mobility Scooters
- Patient Hoists
- Air Mattresses for Pressure Relief
- Profiling Beds
There are also a number of services that qualify for VAT exemption including repair or maintenance to the products above and any alterations within building that feature adoptions for disabled people.
How to claim...
Most web stores tend you have a VAT relief declaration form that is required to be filled in before ordering allowing goods to be purchase excluding vat and this also means that you don’t have to claim this back from the government.
If you are thinking of ordering goods and need a bit of advice on how to purchase excluding VAT please feel free to call us today on 01704 553 773 and we will be happy offer you guidance.
