VAT relief on computer chair.

Peter12345

 Good health and positive vibes to anyone reading this message.

I was wondering it is possible to get VAT relief on a computer chair?
The one I have seen ernomicaly designed and has extra lumber support. 

From the reviews its god send for folk in pain.. 

Anyway...  Does anyone know please as its £399 and the VAT come to £66..

Hooe your are all coping..  We have to cope anyway don't we.

Best wishes, 

Peter 

woodbine

Hi @Peter12345 how are you tonight? Have a read at the link below, seems to suggest it might be possible:
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/vat-relief-on-certain-goods-if-you-have-a-disability

Peter12345

Hi Woodbine,  I'm OK thank you. 
Hoping you are too?
My eyes are a little blurry but I'll deffo check it out tomorrow. 
Thank you and may I wish you a happy evening and happy all day tomorrow too. 

katho31

good luck today and hope you are well 

janer1967

Hi @Peter12345 Welcome on board great to have you here. You have brought up a very interesting subject and I would be interested to know the outcome as I am sure other members would too. As I am sure not many of us are aware of the tax situation on disability aids.

Please keep us updated 

Peter12345

Disabled people do not have to pay VAT when they buy equipment that has been designed solely for disabled people, or on the adaptation of equipment so they can use it. ... Goods and services on which you do not have to pay VAT are often referred to as 'zero-rated' or 'eligible for VAT relief'.

Peter12345

I think the word that might be a stumbling block is 'solely'
I will do more digging. 
Healthy and Happy vibes to all. 

Peter12345

Just found this.. 

https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/419380/Eligibility_Declaration_Disabled_-_March_2015__2_.pdf