http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/tools/bankaccounts/v/vat-uk.htm


Sort code 08 32 00
Account number 11963155
Account name HMRC VAT
Example reference number

You can find your VAT registration number on your:

  • VAT Registration Certificate
  • VAT online account

It's made up of nine digits, for example 123456789.

Please make sure you provide your reference number with no spaces between the characters otherwise it could lead to delays in updating your records.

Check your reference using HMRC's reference checker

Address of the bank to which payment is being made Citi
Citigroup Centre
Canada Square
Canary Wharf
London
E14 5LB
Faster Payments by internet or telephone banking

Faster Payments is a service provided by the banks for sending online or telephone payments on the same or next day. You can use it providing the value of the payment does not exceed the value limit set by your bank.

Find out more about the Faster Payments Service

Paying by CHAPS

If you are paying by CHAPS then you must make the payment within your bank's time limits (usually between 9.00 am and 3.00 pm - Monday to Friday).

You can complete and print off a standard format instruction to make a payment to HMRC. Please note that some bank branches may require an accompanying letter as an authorisation to pay.

Complete and print out a payment request