You can go online via the ‘Government Gateway’ – or you can Telephone HMRC on the CIS helpline (0300 200 3210) and give your UTR – or your company’s UTR if registering as a company – and personal details including your national Insurance number and – if appropriate – your VAT number.
Is CIS scheme compulsory?
CIS stands for the Construction Industry Scheme. It’s a special tax scheme just for the construction industry. It affects most construction work done in the UK, from site preparation to repairs, decoration and demolition. There are some exceptions but, for most general contractors, the scheme’s compulsory.
How long does it take to get CIS registered?
How Long Does it Take to Apply For CIS Online. If you are already registered as self-employed then registering as a subcontractor may only take a few days. If you need to register as self-employed then you will need to allow more time. Registering as self-employed and getting a UTR number can take up to 10 days.
How to register a limited company with CIS?
You can also call the CIS helpline to register. Fill in the online form for limited companies or the online form for partnerships. HMRC will register the partnership separately to your sole trader registration. They will need the partnership UTR and trading name.
How to fill in CIS partnership registration form?
These notes will help you fill in form ‘CIS – partnership registration’, CIS304. These notes will help you fill in form ‘CIS – partnership registration’, CIS304. You can register for the Construction Industry Scheme and apply for payment under deduction online. If you would prefer to do this, go to
How to register for self assessment and CIS?
You’ll be registered for Self Assessment and CIS at the same time. You can also call the CIS helpline to register. Fill in the online form for limited companies or the online form for partnerships. HMRC will register the partnership separately to your sole trader registration. They will need the partnership UTR and trading name.
How to register as a Construction Industry Scheme ( CIS )?
Fill in the online form for limited companies or the online form for partnerships. HMRC will register the partnership separately to your sole trader registration. They will need the partnership UTR and trading name. You should still register for CIS if you are a subcontractor based abroad but do construction work in the UK.
