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VAT Funding, Simplified

Spread your VAT bill over 3 to 12 months

Pay HMRC in full and on time, then repay in manageable monthly instalments. From £5,000 to £5 million — tell us what you owe in under 60 seconds and our specialists will match you with the right facility.

  • Decisions in as little as 24 hours
  • Funds released in time for the 7th, even on tight deadlines
  • Access to a whole panel of trusted lenders
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Check your VAT funding options

Quick & free — see what you qualify for.

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How much is your VAT bill?
An estimate is fine — you can refine it on the call.
When is it due?
This tells us how fast we need to move.
Where should we send your VAT funding options?
So we can send your quote and follow up — no spam, ever.
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Find your company
Start typing and select your company from the Companies House register.
A little about the business
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This helps us find partners that fit your business.
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Preferred repayment term
Most VAT loans are repaid over 3 to 12 months.
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Turnover fit check About £0 / month
Based on this turnover, we can check funding routes up to £0.
This is not an offer or approval. Partners still run eligibility, affordability, fraud, document and credit checks.
Director details
Used for identity verification and partner matching.
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House number/name and street.
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How it works

A VAT loan pays HMRC now, you repay us monthly

Your VAT bill lands as one lump sum every quarter, usually at the worst possible moment for cash flow. A VAT loan settles it in full and spreads the cost — so the money stays in your business.

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Tell us your VAT figure

Answer a few quick questions above. It takes under a minute and there's no obligation.

02

We match you to a lender

Our specialists compare your options across a whole panel of trusted lenders to find your best fit.

03

HMRC gets paid

Funds are released in time for your deadline — often within 24–48 hours — and you repay in fixed instalments.

Why timing matters

What paying HMRC late actually costs

The penalty regime steps up quickly, and interest runs from day one regardless. Funding the bill is often cheaper than letting it drift.

Days 1–15
No penalty

But late payment interest is already accruing daily, currently 7.75% a year.

Day 15
3%

First late payment penalty, charged on the VAT still outstanding at day 15.

Day 30
+ 3%

A further 3% on what's still outstanding at day 30 — up to 6% in total.

Day 31 onwards
10% a year

A second penalty accrues daily until the balance is cleared, on top of interest.

Rates apply to VAT periods starting on or after 1 April 2025. Late payment interest is set at the Bank of England base rate plus 4% (7.75% from 9 January 2026). Provided for general information only — check GOV.UK for the current position, and speak to HMRC about a Time to Pay arrangement if you would prefer to pay them direct.

Plan it out

See what spreading the bill looks like

Two quick tools: what your monthly instalment looks like, and exactly when HMRC needs paying.

Spread your VAT bill

Enter the amount you owe and choose a term.
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Repayment term
Monthly instalment
£5,000
over 6 months
total £30,000

Illustration only — not a quote or an offer of credit. Figures show the VAT amount divided by the term and exclude lender interest and fees, so your actual monthly payment will be higher. Your rate depends on the lender, your trading history and your circumstances, and is confirmed in writing before you commit.

When is your VAT due?

Pick the month your VAT quarter ends.
Payment must clear by

Standard quarterly VAT: the return and payment are due one calendar month and seven days after the end of the period. Direct debit, annual accounting and payments on account have different dates — check your VAT account.

Why Chartwell

Finance built around your business

Fast decisions

Speak to a specialist today and get an indication in hours, not weeks.

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Whole-of-market

Access a broad panel of lenders so you're never stuck with one option.

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Tax funding specialists

VAT, Corporation Tax and PAYE liabilities funded every day of the week.

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Real human support

A dedicated specialist from first call to funds in the bank.

Is it right for you?

Who VAT funding suits

What lenders usually look for

  • A UK limited company registered at Companies House
  • VAT registered, with returns up to date
  • Trading history — typically 12 months or more
  • Turnover that comfortably supports the repayments
  • A director willing to give a personal guarantee on some products

Common reasons businesses use it

  • A strong quarter for sales, but customers who pay late
  • Stock or equipment bought ahead of a busy season
  • Protecting cash reserves before payroll or a big project
  • A bill larger than expected after a one-off sale
  • Avoiding penalties and interest on a payment that would otherwise slip
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Questions

VAT loans, answered

A short-term business loan used specifically to pay a VAT bill. The lender settles the amount due so HMRC is paid in full and on time, and you repay the lender in fixed monthly instalments, usually over 3 to 12 months.
Decisions often come back within 24 hours and funds are frequently released within 24 to 48 hours of acceptance. If your deadline is days away, tell us on the form or call 0800 652 4386 and we'll prioritise it.
Often yes, though the options narrow the longer it's outstanding. Penalties and interest keep building while the debt sits there, so it's worth getting in touch early rather than waiting.
Time to Pay is an arrangement made directly with HMRC to settle the debt in instalments; late payment interest still applies and agreement isn't guaranteed. A VAT loan clears the bill immediately, which keeps you compliant, avoids late payment penalties and leaves your relationship with HMRC clean. Both are legitimate routes and we're happy to talk through which fits your situation.
Some lenders ask for one, particularly on unsecured facilities. It varies by lender, amount and trading history, and any requirement is set out clearly before you sign anything.
Rates depend on the lender, the amount, the term and your business's trading position, so there's no single figure. You'll receive the full cost in writing — rate, fees and total repayable — before you commit to anything.
Yes — the same short-term facilities are commonly used for Corporation Tax and other tax liabilities. Mention it on the call and we'll factor it in.
Most VAT funding is written for UK limited companies, which is why we verify you against the Companies House register. If you're a sole trader or partnership, call us on 0800 652 4386 and we'll look at the alternatives.

Sort this quarter's VAT bill

Check your options in under a minute, or talk it through with a specialist today.

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Chartwell International Ltd, registered address 8 Viceroy House, Mountbatten Business Centre, Millbrook Road East, Southampton, England, SO15 1HY, is a credit broker for non-regulated products or services and not a lender. Registered in England and Wales, Company No. 06711912. We may receive commissions that will vary depending on the lender, product, or other permissible factors.

Chartwell Business Finance Limited acts as both a credit broker and, in some cases, a lender. Registered in England and Wales under company number 10601078. Chartwell Business Finance Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. We undertake both regulated and unregulated business; as a result, not all products or services introduced or provided by us are regulated by the FCA. Where we act as a broker, we may introduce customers to a panel of lenders, and we may receive commission which can vary depending on the product, lender, or other permissible factors. The nature of any commission arrangement will be disclosed to you in advance of you proceeding with any finance agreement.

Information about HMRC penalties, interest and deadlines is provided for general guidance only and is not tax advice. © 2026 Chartwell International. All rights reserved.