MTD 4 VAT
MTD 4 VAT is paid web software for Making Tax Digital for VAT, and it says it is recognised by HMRC.
What MTD 4 VAT is
MTD 4 VAT is paid web software for Making Tax Digital for VAT, and it says it is recognised by HMRC. It maintains digital VAT records, lets users export or delete those records, and works as bridging software. Users can submit VAT returns, retrieve VAT obligations, and view returns submitted up to four years earlier. The software can retrieve VAT liabilities, payments, penalties, and financial details related to a penalty. It can also show a VAT customer’s effective registration date and whether that customer has entered the VAT Flat Rate Scheme. The maker says records stay on the user’s device and that its systems do not store personal or financial data; server-held login data is an email, hashed password, and VAT registration number. It works on desktop computers, laptops, tablets, and phones. Standard costs £20 a year after a free first month; Agents costs £5 per customer per year.
Good
- Recognised by HMRC, according to the product
- Submits VAT returns and retrieves obligations
- Stores records on the user’s device
- Supports desktop, tablet, and mobile use
- Includes a free first month for Standard
Watch out
- No free plan
- Standard billing follows the free first month
- Agent pricing is per customer
- Personal and financial data are not stored in its systems
Who it suits
MTD 4 VAT suits individuals and agents handling UK VAT returns through a web service. It fits users who need digital records, VAT obligation retrieval, and return filing across common devices.
Verdict
MTD 4 VAT focuses on digital VAT records, filing, and account details in a browser. Its device-based record storage and agent option may suit different working arrangements, while the paid plans and trial structure require attention.
Plans and prices
From MTD 4 VAT's own pricing page, checked 9 Oct 2026.
| Plan | Price | What it gives you |
|---|---|---|
| Agents | £5 a year | Per customer · £5 per customer per year |
| Standard | £20 a year | For an individual user · £20.00 per year after the first month, which is free |
The facts
Each one read from MTD 4 VAT's own pages, with the date it was checked.
What it does
- Agent use
- The software is available for agents at a stated cost of £5 per customer per year.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Customer information
- The software can retrieve a VAT customer's effective registration date and whether they have entered the VAT Flat Rate Scheme.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Digital records
- Users can maintain digital VAT records, export them, and use the product as bridging software.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Privacy
- The maker says it does not store users' personal or financial data in its systems; server-stored login data consists of email, hashed password, and VAT registration number.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Product
- MTD 4 VAT is software for Making Tax Digital for VAT and says it is recognised by HMRC.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Record storage
- Digital records are stored on the user's device and can be exported or deleted at any time.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Return history
- Users can view returns submitted up to four years previously.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Support
- The maker lists an internal helpdesk for bug reports and questions, plus support by mobile or WhatsApp and email.checked 9 Oct 2026
- VAT account details
- The software can retrieve VAT liabilities, payments, penalties, and financial details relating to a penalty.checked 9 Oct 2026
- VAT returns
- The software can submit VAT returns and retrieve VAT obligations.checked 9 Oct 2026
The company
- Headquarters
- The contact page lists 124 City Road, London, EC1V 2NX.checked 9 Oct 2026
Where it runs
- Supported devices
- The maker says the software works on desktop computers, laptops, tablets, and mobile phones.checked 9 Oct 2026
