How do I renew my 12AB registration?

Short answerYou renew 12AB by filing Form 10AB at least 6 months before the registration expires (or within the prescribed window). The department reviews the trust’s activities and grants a fresh 5-year registration. Missing the renewal can cost the exemption and even trigger an exit tax.

Form 10AB, 6 months before

Apply ahead of expiry with updated activity and financial details. Confirm the current window.

Consequences of missing

Loss of exemption and possible accreted-income (exit) tax on the trust’s assets.

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This answer is general information for trusts and societies, not tax or legal advice. Tax rates, thresholds and forms change with each Finance Act — please confirm the current position for your own facts, or speak to us, before acting.

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