- Fraudsters have been using form VAT484 to change a business’s bank account details on HMRC’s systems
- HMRC has taken steps to address this issue, including writing to businesses to confirm changes
- From 5 August 2024, requests to change VAT registration details should be made using the VAT online account
- Businesses unable to use digital services can contact HMRC to request a VAT484 form
- HMRC will update their guidance to reflect this change at Change your VAT registration details.
Source: taxscape.deloitte.com
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