HMRC to stop sending VAT reminders

HMRC has confirmed that they will soon stop sending VAT return reminders to those who file online although taxpayers can register to receive email reminders from HMRC. The message from HMRC states:

Important information about VAT Return reminders for online customers

Soon we will stop sending postal reminders that your VAT Return is due. If you want to receive email reminders when your returns are due, you should:

1. Log in to the VAT Online service.
2. On the ‘Your HMRC Services’ page, go to the ‘VAT’ section and select the link ‘Access Service’. This takes you to the ‘At a glance’ page.
3. From the ‘Maintain email address’ section select the ‘Add email address’ link.
4. Select the link from the ‘VAT messages’ section.
5. We will send you an Activation Code by email. When you get this, select the ‘Confirm email address’ link from the ‘Maintain email address’ and input the Activation Code as directed.