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Corporation Tax Returns

Efficient handling of your company’s Corporation Tax obligations and strategies.

In short

We prepare and file your company’s Corporation Tax return (CT600) and tax computations with HMRC from £350 + VAT. We make sure the reliefs and allowances your company qualifies for are claimed, and that the tax is paid on time.

Corporation Tax at a glance

Taxable profitsRate
Up to £50,00019% (small profits rate)
£50,001 – £250,00025%, reduced by marginal relief
Over £250,00025% (main rate)

The limits are shared between associated companies and reduced for short accounting periods.

Key deadlines

  • Pay: 9 months and 1 day after the end of your accounting period (for most companies)
  • File the CT600: 12 months after the end of the accounting period
  • Annual accounts to Companies House: usually 9 months after your year end

A company must file a return even if it has made a loss or has no tax to pay.

What’s included

  • Corporation Tax computation from your company’s accounts
  • Capital allowances on equipment, vehicles and other assets, including the Annual Investment Allowance
  • Loss relief claims and other reliefs your company is entitled to
  • Online filing of the CT600 and a clear note of what to pay and when

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Corporation Tax Returns: common questions

When is Corporation Tax due?

For most companies, Corporation Tax must be paid 9 months and 1 day after the end of the accounting period. The CT600 return is due 12 months after the end of the period.

What rate of Corporation Tax will my company pay?

Profits up to £50,000 are taxed at the 19% small profits rate, and profits over £250,000 at the 25% main rate. In between, the 25% rate applies with marginal relief.

Do I need to file a return if my company made a loss?

Yes. A company must file a Corporation Tax return for each accounting period, even if it made a loss or has no tax to pay. Losses can often be used to reduce tax in other years.

How much do you charge for a Corporation Tax return?

Corporation Tax returns start from £350 + VAT. We confirm the fee before starting, based on the size and complexity of the company.

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