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Paying VAT and checking the balance

BWMC Tax Team
Reviewed 14 September 2026
Introductory guide

A submitted return does not itself settle the liability. Confirm the amount due and use an available payment method through the official FTA process. Allow time for the payment to be credited and check that it is allocated correctly.

Practical review checklist

  • Verify the taxable person, tax type, period and payment reference.
  • Use payment instructions obtained directly through the official account.
  • Retain the receipt and reconcile the account balance.

Check the rules for your transaction

Use the current official FTA guidance and legislation and VAT public clarifications. This introductory guide does not cover every exception. Confirm the requirements for your business and the period concerned.

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