CIS

Introduction: Navigating the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) If you operate in the UK construction sector—whether as a contractor or subcontractor—understanding the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) is essential for staying compliant with HMRC rules. The CIS is a tax deduction scheme that requires contractors to withhold tax from payments to subcontractors [...]

The Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) is a framework established by HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) to regulate tax payments within the UK construction sector. Under this scheme, contractors deduct money from a subcontractor's payments and pass it to HMRC as advance payments towards the subcontractor's tax and National Insurance contributions. [...]

For businesses operating in the UK construction sector, managing Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) obligations is a critical but often complex part of staying compliant with HMRC regulations. Whether you’re a contractor hiring subcontractors, or a subcontractor trying to ensure your tax deductions are accurate, navigating CIS tax calculations can feel [...]

If you’re working in the UK construction industry as a subcontractor, chances are you’re already familiar with the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS)—and the frustrations that can come with it. Among the most common issues faced is CIS over-deductions, where more tax is withheld than necessary, impacting your cash flow and [...]

The UK construction industry is one of the most heavily regulated sectors when it comes to tax compliance, and one of the most significant schemes affecting contractors is the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS). Whether you're just stepping into a contractor role or have years of experience in the trade, understanding [...]

The Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) is a key component of the UK’s tax system, designed specifically for the construction sector. It governs how payments from contractors to subcontractors are handled, with tax deductions taken at source and sent directly to HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC). While sole traders are often [...]

The UK construction industry is one of the most regulated sectors when it comes to tax compliance. One of the key frameworks ensuring proper taxation is the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS), established by HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC). While the rules may be relatively straightforward for UK-based workers, things become [...]

The Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) is a tax deduction system implemented by HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) to regulate payments between contractors and subcontractors in the construction sector. Under this scheme, contractors must deduct a percentage of subcontractors’ earnings—typically 20% for registered subcontractors and 30% for those not registered—with the [...]

The Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) is a tax scheme designed by HMRC to regulate how contractors handle payments to subcontractors in the construction sector. If you work as a subcontractor under CIS, you’ll typically have 20% of your income deducted at source (or 30% if you’re not registered with CIS). [...]

The Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) is a key tax framework that governs payments between contractors and subcontractors in the UK construction sector. Designed to reduce tax evasion, CIS requires contractors to deduct a percentage from subcontractor payments and pass it to HMRC. However, a common area of confusion is whether [...]