Are you self-employed in the UK construction industry?
Discover how easy it is to get paid through our CIS Sole Trader solution – a simple admin solution for self-employed sub-contractors registered in the UK Construction Industry Scheme (CIS).
For a full explanation of our service and a pay illustration that’s tailored to your personal circumstances, please call 0800 612 8787.
Learn More: HRMC Article – Construction Industry Scheme (CIS): detailed information
1. What is the CIS?
CIS is an abbreviation for the UK’s Construction Industry Scheme.
This is a government scheme for ensuring self-employed construction workers pay tax and NI deductions.
2. What work is covered by the CIS?
The Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) covers most construction work.
It includes:
- construction work on permanent and temporary buildings/ structures
- civil engineering work like roads and bridges.
For the purposes of the CIS, construction work includes:
- preparing the site, eg laying foundations and providing access works
- demolition and dismantling
- building work
- alterations, repairs and decorating
- installing systems for heating, lighting, power, water and ventilation
- cleaning the inside of buildings after construction work
3. What will my contract status be if I use Exceed’s CIS Sole Trader Solution?
If you use Exceed’s CIS Sole Trader Solution to provide payment administration services, you will remain self-employed.
4. Do I need to register with the CIS?
Yes, if you have not already done so, you need to register as self-employed under the Construction Industry Scheme by calling HMRC on 0300 200 3210.
5. Will I have to complete a Self-Assessment Tax Form?
Yes. As a self-employed construction worker you will need to complete a Self-Assessment Tax Form.
You can either complete this online or via paper copy.
Please refer to HMRC for details.
6. Will I get a tax bill at the end of the year?
It depends on your personal situation, and if you were being paid with CIS deductions.
