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When do I need a Claim Notification Form for R&D?
If you’re claiming for the first time and your period of account began on or after 1 April 2023, you...
08 Oct, 2025
What is an R&D claim?
An R&D claim involves submitting an application to HMRC to receive R&D tax credits in return for efforts focused on...
17 Oct, 2023
How long does it take to submit an R&D claim?
While this depends on the complexity of your case, our specialists at Alexander Clifford aim to complete your claim within...
17 Oct, 2023
What are the deadlines for an R&D claim?
The standard deadlines for filing and amending company tax returns are as follows: The absolute deadline for making R&D tax...
17 Oct, 2023
Do I need to finalise or complete my in-progress project before I can make a claim?
You have the flexibility to make an R&D tax credit claim at any stage of the R&D process, not solely...
17 Oct, 2023
Can I reuse a previous R&D tax credit claim?
It’s natural for R&D projects to take a few years to complete. You cannot reuse a previous R&D tax credit...
17 Oct, 2023
Is there a limit to the amount of R&D tax credit I can claim for?
Starting from 1 April 2021, HMRC implemented a limit on the R&D tax credit payable to a loss-making SME. The...
17 Oct, 2023
Is there a standard format I need to use to provide the information to HMRC?
Your R&D tax credit claim is submitted along with your corporation tax return (CT600) and is required to be submitted...
17 Oct, 2023
What goes into the technical documentation for R&D claims?
To support your R&D claim, you need detailed documentation on the following to make a technical narrative: The technological advancements...
17 Oct, 2023
Is it possible for my accountant to handle my claim on my behalf?
Your accountant should be able to support your R&D claim, provided their knowledge is up to date with how to...
17 Oct, 2023
Are we able to review and approve the R&D tax credit submission?
Yes, we recommend you do this. In our processes, we continually communicate with you so you’re in the loop. After...
17 Oct, 2023
How long does it typically take for HMRC to review and assess an R&D tax credit claim?
This varies depending on when you submit your R&D claim, certain times of the year are busier than others. HMRC...
17 Oct, 2023
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