CIS Worker? You Could Be Owed a Tax Refund.

CIS Tax Refund: A Guide for Construction Industry Workers in the UK. If you work in the UK’s construction industry as a subcontractor under the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS), you may be entitled to a CIS tax refund. Thousands of self-employed construction workers overpay tax each year—mainly due to the way CIS deductions are made—making tax refunds a common and valuable process.

Are You a Builder, Plumber, Electrician, or Subcontractor under the CIS Scheme? You might have overpaid tax and could be entitled to a significant refund from HMRC.

💡 Don’t leave your hard-earned money with HMRC. 📞 Call us on 020 8507 8033, 07981127509 book an appointment.

Why choose us?

✅ Fixed fee  ✅ Fast & Hassle-Free Service  ✅ Experienced in CIS Tax Returns  ✅ Reliable and More than 15 years of Experience  

👉 Let our experts handle your CIS tax return and get your refund fast.

Book an appointment

Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.

Refer your friends and get rewarded!

CIS Tax Refund
Call Now 020 8507 8033

What Is CIS?

The Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) is a tax system set up by HMRC for contractors and subcontractors in construction. Under this scheme, contractors deduct 20% (or 30% if you’re not registered) from a subcontractor’s payments and pass it to HMRC as advance income tax.

While this helps HMRC collect taxes upfront, it often leads to overpayments—especially when you account for allowable expenses and the personal tax-free allowance.

Who Can Claim a CIS Tax Refund?

You can claim a refund if:

  • You’re a subcontractor under CIS
  • Tax has been deducted from your payments
  • Your expenses (tools, mileage, insurance, etc.) reduce your taxable income
  • You’ve overpaid compared to your actual tax liability
What Can You Claim For?

Allowable expenses may include:

  • Tools and protective gear
  • Travel and mileage (excluding commute to regular sites)
  • Public liability insurance

  • Union fees and professional subscriptions

  • Phone bills and stationery used for work

How to Claim a CIS Tax Refund
  1. Register for Self-Assessment with HMRC if you haven’t already.
  2. Maintain documentation of your income, expenses, and CIS statements.
  3. Submit your Self-Assessment tax return after the conclusion of the tax year
  4. HMRC will assess your return and issue a refund, usually within 2–6 weeks.
Why needs an Accountant?

An experienced tax accountant can help you:

  • Maximize your refund by identifying all claimable expenses
  • Avoid mistakes and delays
  • Handle HMRC queries if needed

If you’re a subcontractor under CIS, don’t leave your money with HMRC. Claiming your CIS tax refund is your right—and with the right support, it can be simple, quick, and rewarding

Scroll to Top