CIS payroll registration
Register with QPS Payroll as a CIS contractor
Simply fill out the form below to get started.
CIS payroll registration FAQs
How long does it take to register for CIS payroll with QPS?
The timeline for registration can vary, but with QPS’s efficient processes, most registrations are completed within a few business days from the submission of your registration form.
What documents are needed for CIS payroll registration?
To register, you’ll need your company’s UTR (Unique Taxpayer Reference), National Insurance number, and details of your business type (e.g., sole trader, partnership, or limited company). QPS will guide you through the requirements.
I'm eligible for CIS but don't have a UTR number. What do I need to do?
If you are new to CIS and don’t have a UTR number you will need to apply for a UTR number via the HMRC. They will then issue you with a UTR number for tax purposes.
To apply for a UTR number and for help registering on the scheme, please contact the HMRC General Queries Helpline on 0300 200 2310.
CIS FAQs
What is CIS?
The Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) was introduced by the HMRC and outlines rules for how payments to subcontractors for construction work must be handled.
Under the scheme, all payments made to subcontractors must take account of the subcontractor’s tax status as determined by the HMRC. This is done through a verification of a Unique Tax Reference Number (UTR).
It is important to note that not everyone in construction can work under the CIS and we have checked all of our trades with our insurers to ensure that the approved roles don’t fall under Supervision, Direction, and Control (SDC) due to the False Self Employment Legislation (2016).
If you think you are eligible to go self-employed and would like further information please call 01244 555 123 and our team will be happy to answer any queries.
Who needs to register for CIS?
Contractors and subcontractors involved in construction work in the UK must register for CIS. This applies to individuals, partnerships, and companies working in the construction sector.
What types of work fall under CIS?
CIS covers construction-related activities such as site preparation, alterations, repairs, demolition, and installation of systems like heating or lighting.
I have registered with QPS, what happens next?
Now that you have registered we will process your timesheets weekly, deducting tax at the correct rate and our weekly margin (as outlined in your registrations email). You will receive a text message advising the amount you will be paid and will also receive a self-bill each week.
What are the benefits of CIS?
HMRC deem a person to be classed as self-employed if they run their business for themselves and take responsibility for its success or failure (source HERE).
Self-employed workers are not paid as an employee or guaranteed a salary or income and as a result they do not have the same rights and responsibilities of an employee. An employee’s benefits include, but are not inclusive of:
- Holiday pay entitlement
- Statutory sick pay
- Statutory maternity pay
- Statutory paternity pay
- Minimum notice periods if their employment will be ending
- Protection against unfair dismissal
- The right to request flexible working arrangements
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As a self-employed worker what are my benefits?
If a person is self-employed, they have:
- Protection of their health and safety.
- No direct supervision or control when working.
- Responsibilities to pay their own tax and National Insurance
- A duty to tell HMRC if there is a change in their status
- An understanding and attitude to the risks and responsibilities of being self-employed and running their own business
- The availability to accept assignments and engage on multiple assignments
If you are new to self-employment or need any further information regarding your benefits as a self-employed contractor then please call our registrations team on 01244 555 123 who will be happy to assist you.
Have questions?
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