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When do I need a Claim Notification Form (CNF) for R&D?
The CNF is a separate requirement from your Corporation Tax return and the Additional Information Form (AIF). The purpose is...
08 Oct, 2025
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What is an R&D tax credit claim?
An R&D claim involves submitting an application to HMRC to receive R&D tax relief in return for efforts focused on...
17 Oct, 2023
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How long does it take to submit an R&D tax claim?
While an estimated completion time will depend on the complexity of your R&D case, our team of financial and technical...
17 Oct, 2023
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What are the deadlines for an R&D tax claim?
Understanding the key deadlines for making an R&D tax relief claim is important. Missing certain deadlines can prevent a valid...
17 Oct, 2023
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Do I need to finalise or complete my in-progress project before I can submit an R&D tax claim?
No, businesses do not need to wait until an R&D project has been completed before making a claim. If your...
17 Oct, 2023
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Can a previous R&D tax credit claim be reused?
It is common for research and development projects to continue over more than one accounting period. A project doesn't need...
17 Oct, 2023
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Is there a limit to the amount of R&D tax credit I can claim for?
From 1 April 2021, HMRC introduced a cap on certain payable R&D tax credits. The limit was introduced to reduce...
17 Oct, 2023
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Is there a standard format I need to use to provide the information to HMRC?
Your R&D tax relief claim is submitted as part of your Company Tax Return (CT600) and must be filed digitally...
17 Oct, 2023
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What goes into the technical documentation for R&D tax claims?
To support your R&D tax credit claim, you'll need to prepare technical documentation that explains why your projects qualify. This...
17 Oct, 2023
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Is it possible for my accountant to handle my R&D tax claim on my behalf?
Your accountant may be able to support your R&D tax relief claim, particularly if they have experience with: The current...
17 Oct, 2023
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Are we able to review and approve the R&D tax credit submission?
Yes. We strongly recommend reviewing your R&D tax relief claim with an R&D tax credit specialist before it is submitted...
17 Oct, 2023
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How long does it typically take for HMRC to review and assess an R&D tax credit claim?
The time it takes HMRC to process an R&D tax relief claim can vary depending on: When the claim is...
17 Oct, 2023
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