{"id":38704,"date":"2025-03-14T10:37:37","date_gmt":"2025-03-14T10:37:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/taxfix.com\/en-uk\/?p=38704"},"modified":"2026-01-26T13:49:03","modified_gmt":"2026-01-26T13:49:03","slug":"claim-a-cis-refund","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/taxfix.com\/en-uk\/self-employed-tax-returns\/construction-and-labourers\/claim-a-cis-refund\/","title":{"rendered":"How to claim a CIS refund"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>If you&#8217;re a subcontractor under the<a href=\"https:\/\/taxfix.com\/en-uk\/glossary\/cis-scheme\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Construction Industry Scheme (CIS)<\/a>, you might be eligible to <strong>claim a CIS refund<\/strong>! As part of the scheme, tax is deducted from your payments by contractors, but don\u2019t fret, there\u2019s a good chance you can get that money back. We\u2019ll walk you through the process step by step, so you can have that cash back in your pocket before you know it. \ud83d\ude4c<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is a CIS tax refund?&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A <strong>CIS tax refund<\/strong> is basically the tax that\u2019s been <a href=\"https:\/\/taxfix.com\/en-uk\/expenses\/cis-tax-deduction\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">deducted from your earnings<\/a> as a subcontractor under the Construction Industry Scheme, getting sent back to you.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These deductions are actually an advance on your annual tax bill, but if you&#8217;ve overpaid, you could <strong>claim a CIS refund.<\/strong> In other words, if you&#8217;ve had too much taken off, some (or all!) of it could be coming right back to you. \ud83d\udcb0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What can you claim back?&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>So, what exactly can you <strong>claim a CIS refund<\/strong> for? Well, if too much tax has been deducted for the work you\u2019ve done, you&#8217;re eligible for a refund. \ud83c\udf89&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But wait, there\u2019s more! You can also <strong>claim CIS tax back<\/strong> for certain <a href=\"https:\/\/taxfix.com\/en-uk\/glossary\/expenses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">work-related expenses<\/a>. Here\u2019s a quick rundown:<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div> <!-- .c-body -->\n\n<div class=\"b-highlight-mini m-yellow m-align-left\">\n    <div class=\"b-block-body\">\n        <ul>\n<li><strong>Tools and equipment<\/strong> purchased for the job.<!-- \/wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --><\/li>\n<li><strong>Travel costs <\/strong>for work-related activities. \ud83d\ude97<!-- \/wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --><\/li>\n<li><strong>Work clothes<\/strong> such as high-vis gear or protective clothing.<!-- \/wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --><\/li>\n<li><strong>Safety equipment<\/strong> like hard hats, gloves, or boots. \ud83d\udc77<!-- \/wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --><\/li>\n<li><strong>Training and certifications<\/strong> including work-related courses or qualifications.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n    <\/div>\n<\/div> <!-- .b-highlight-mini -->\n\n<div class=\"c-body\">\n\n\n\n\n<p>However, you can\u2019t make a<strong> CIS repayment<\/strong> <strong>claim <\/strong>for personal expenses or anything unrelated to your construction work. So, no claiming for your takeaway coffee on the way to the job site. Stick to the work stuff, and you\u2019ll be all set.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who can claim a CIS refund?&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Not every subcontractor will be eligible to <strong>claim a CIS refund<\/strong>. To be eligible, you need to meet the following criteria:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You\u2019re <a href=\"https:\/\/taxfix.com\/en-uk\/self-employed-tax-returns\/how-to-register-for-cis\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">registered under the Construction Industry Scheme<\/a> (CIS). \ud83d\udcd1<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You\u2019ve had tax deducted by a contractor under CIS .<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You\u2019re self-employed or work as a sole trader, partnership, or limited company in the construction industry.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You\u2019ve paid too much tax or National Insurance and wish to claim it back.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You\u2019ve filed a Self Assessment tax return or are eligible to file one. \ud83d\udcdd<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If this sounds like you, then you\u2019re likely eligible to <strong>claim a CIS refund<\/strong>!<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div> <!-- .c-body -->\n\n<div class=\"b-cta-mini m-purple m-align-left\">\n    \n    <div class=\"b-cta-mini__content\">\n\n        \n        <h2 class=\"b-cta-mini__title\">Need help filing your tax return?<\/h2>\n\n        \n        \n        <div class=\"b-cta-mini__body\">\n            <div class=\"b-block-body\"><p>Filing a Self Assessment tax return is the key to claiming your CIS refund, but we know it\u2019s not always straightforward. If you\u2019re unsure about what to include, how to report your CIS deductions, or just want to avoid the hassle, let a Taxfix accountant handle it for you.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        \n        \n        <div class=\"b-cta-mini__action\">\n\n            <a data-js=\"openAuth\" data-location=\"content\" data-view=\"signup\" href=\"https:\/\/taxfix.com\/en-uk\/assessment\/signup\" class=\"gtm-get-started-button c-button m-large  m-mobile-fullwidth\" onClick=\"javascript:setVariant('VARIANT_NAME');\">Get started <\/a>\n\n\n        <\/div>\n\n        \n    <\/div>\n<\/div> <!-- .b-cta-mini -->\n\n<div class=\"c-body\">\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What you\u2019ll need to claim your CIS refund&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before diving in, it\u2019s important to make sure you\u2019ve got everything in order. Here\u2019s what you\u2019ll need to <strong>claim a CIS refund<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Company name, telephone number and address \u260e\ufe0f<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>PAYE reference number (the number your contractor used when they deducted tax).&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Company <a href=\"https:\/\/taxfix.com\/en-uk\/glossary\/utr-number\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">unique tax reference number<\/a> (this is assigned to you and can be found on previous tax documents).&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/taxfix.com\/en-uk\/calculator\/cis-tax-rebate\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Estimated overpayment amount.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Additional information<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>While you don\u2019t need to send anything extra with your claim unless you&#8217;re claiming for the current year, HMRC may ask for more details if your claim doesn\u2019t match their records. Here\u2019s what you might need to provide:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Payslips or monthly deduction statements<\/strong>: these will show the amount of tax deducted under the CIS for each payment you\u2019ve received.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Invoices for the work you\u2019ve completed<\/strong>: these verify the work you\u2019ve done and payments you\u2019ve received. \ud83e\uddfe<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Proof of expenses<\/strong>: if you&#8217;re claiming for work-related expenses like tools, equipment, or travel costs, you\u2019ll need receipts or supporting documents.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Having all these documents ready and organised will help ensure your claim is processed efficiently and reduce any delays. The more thorough you are with your paperwork, the quicker you\u2019ll get your <strong>CIS refund<\/strong>! \ud83c\udfc3\u200d\u2642\ufe0f<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to calculate your refund<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Wondering how much your <strong>CIS refund<\/strong> might be? The amount you could claim back depends on how much tax has been deducted from your payments compared to what you actually owe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Generally, construction workers claim back an average of about \u00a32,000, but the exact figure varies depending on your earnings and work-related expenses. For example, if you&#8217;ve earned below the <a href=\"https:\/\/taxfix.com\/en-uk\/glossary\/personal-allowance\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">personal allowance limit<\/a> (\u00a312,570) and your tax deductions exceed what you owe, you might be eligible for a full refund. \ud83e\udd11<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To get an estimate of what HMRC might owe you, try out our<strong> CIS tax rebate calculator<\/strong>. It\u2019s a handy tool that gives you a rough idea of what you can expect back, without any complicated math!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to submit a claim for a CIS refund&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/taxfix.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/25Q3_TS_Rebrand_UK_Website_Content_Blog-and-guides_how-will-non-dom-status-change-in-2025_01.png\" width=\"1280\" height=\"672\" srcset=\"https:\/\/taxfix.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/25Q3_TS_Rebrand_UK_Website_Content_Blog-and-guides_how-will-non-dom-status-change-in-2025_01-300x158.png 300w, https:\/\/taxfix.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/25Q3_TS_Rebrand_UK_Website_Content_Blog-and-guides_how-will-non-dom-status-change-in-2025_01-1024x538.png 1024w, https:\/\/taxfix.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/25Q3_TS_Rebrand_UK_Website_Content_Blog-and-guides_how-will-non-dom-status-change-in-2025_01-768x403.png 768w, https:\/\/taxfix.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/25Q3_TS_Rebrand_UK_Website_Content_Blog-and-guides_how-will-non-dom-status-change-in-2025_01.png 1280w\" class=\"wp-block-image__media\" sizes=\"auto, (min-width: 1000px) 768px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" alt=\"\"><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Ready to <strong>claim your CIS refund<\/strong>? There are two ways to submit your claim. Let\u2019s break it down:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Claim online&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The quickest and easiest way to <strong>claim a CIS refund<\/strong> is online. Here\u2019s how:<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div> <!-- .c-body -->\n\n<div class=\"b-highlight-mini m-yellow m-align-left\">\n    <div class=\"b-block-body\">\n        <ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sign in to your HMRC account using your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/taxfix.com\/en-uk\/self-assessment-basics\/find-government-gateway-user-id\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Government Gateway User ID<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and password (or create one if you don\u2019t have one yet).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Navigate to the Self Assessment section for tax returns and refunds.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fill out the necessary details, including the CIS deductions you\u2019ve had taken.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Submit your claim and wait for your refund to process!<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n    <\/div>\n<\/div> <!-- .b-highlight-mini -->\n\n<div class=\"c-body\">\n\n\n\n\n<p>The online process is much faster and generally more efficient. Plus, you can track your claim&#8217;s progress. \ud83d\udc40It <a href=\"https:\/\/taxfix.com\/en-uk\/self-employed-tax-returns\/cis-refund\/#:~:text=Finally%2C%20the%20most%20important%20question,and%20pay%20a%20CIS%20refund.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">usually takes 6-12 weeks<\/a> to process and pay a<strong> claim for a CIS refund<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Claim by Post&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you prefer to go old-school, you can still <strong>claim a CIS refund<\/strong> by post. This method takes a little longer, but it\u2019s still a valid option. Here\u2019s how to do it:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div> <!-- .c-body -->\n\n<div class=\"b-highlight-mini m-yellow m-align-left\">\n    <div class=\"b-block-body\">\n        <ol>\n<li>Complete a paper Self Assessment tax return form.<\/li>\n<li><!-- \/wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item -->Make sure to include all your CIS deductions and any other relevant info.<\/li>\n<li><!-- \/wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item -->Post your completed form to<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/guidance\/claim-a-refund-of-construction-industry-scheme-deductions-if-youre-a-limited-company\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> HMRC\u2019s address <\/a>(keep a copy for your records!).<!-- \/wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --><\/li>\n<li>Wait for your claim to be processed (this could take several weeks).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n    <\/div>\n<\/div> <!-- .b-highlight-mini -->\n\n<div class=\"c-body\">\n\n\n\n\n<p>HMRC\u2019s processing times can vary, and delays do happen, so it\u2019s always a good idea to keep track of your claim\u2019s progress online or via the <strong>CIS helpline number<\/strong> (0300 200 3210). \ud83d\ude0c<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to amend a CIS refund claim&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Oops! If you realise you&#8217;ve missed something or need to change your <strong>CIS repayment claim<\/strong>, don&#8217;t worry, we all make mistakes now and then! Here&#8217;s what you need to do:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Amending online<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you submitted your claim online, simply log in to your HMRC account, go to your claim details, make the necessary updates, and submit your amended claim. \ud83d\udda5\ufe0f<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Amending by post<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If want to amend your claim in writing:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Mark it \u2018revised claim\u2019 \u274c<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tell HMRC the full amount you\u2019re claiming<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Refer back to your original claim<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s best to tackle any mistakes head-on as soon as you spot them, especially if they\u2019re messing with the amount of CIS tax deducted or your final refund. The quicker you sort it out, the quicker you\u2019ll get the correct amount back in your pocket! \ud83d\udcb8<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Claim your CIS refund with confidence&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Claiming a CIS refund doesn\u2019t have to be a headache. With the right documents and a little patience, you could have that overpaid tax refunded in no time. And if you&#8217;re feeling overwhelmed or unsure about the process, don\u2019t hesitate to <a href=\"https:\/\/taxfix.com\/en-uk\/tax-consultation-advice\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">reach out to an accountant<\/a>. We\u2019ve got the expertise to help you claim your CIS refund and make sure you get back everything you&#8217;re owed. \ud83d\ude4c<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you&#8217;re a subcontractor under the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS), you might be eligible to claim a CIS refund! 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