Claiming VAT Relief on Mobility Aids
In the UK VAT relief is available to those with disabilities when purchasing products designed to support your needs. VAT relief is available on a wide range of products which are specifically designed for those with disabilities, including; wheelchair ramps, wheelchairs, rollators, stair lifts, computer equipment and more. VAT relief is also available if you are undertaking building work to your home that relates to your disability, for example, if you are installing a wet room or repairing a lift.
The way you claim VAT relief will vary depending who you are purchasing from. At The Ramp Factory, when you add an item to your basket which is eligible for VAT relief a pop-up will show to request the VAT exemption details from you. It is a self-declaration box, you simply need to enter your details, tick to confirm its true and the VAT will be removed from your purchase.
All of our Wheelchair Ramps, Threshold Ramps and Mobility Aids are available to purchase VAT exempt.
The Ramp Factory's Products Eligible For VAT Relief
Do I Qualify For VAT Relief?
VAT relief is available for individuals purchasing an item who have a long-term disability, for example, arthritis, cancer, multiple sclerosis (MS), epilespy and parkinsons.
Registered charities can also claim VAT relief, you will simply need to provide your charity name and number.
To claim VAT relief, you do not have to be registered disabled nor do you need to claim disability benefits such as PIP.
Conditions such as a broken ankle or broken arm would not usually qualify you for VAT relief as, in general these conditions heal in time.
If you are ordering on behalf of a company, you will normally need to pay the VAT on a product. For example, if you are purchasing a wheelchair ramp to make your business accessible to all you would need to pay the VAT on the product. If you were a business purchasing a wheelchair ramp for use by specific individual, for example a specific employee, you could claim VAT relief on the purchase.
Useful Links
To learn more you may wish to view the UK government website for further information on VAT relief. Details for claiming VAT relief on building works can be found here.
if you have any questions about your eligibility for VAT relief please contact our team via phone, email, WhatsApp or web chat.
