At Back Care Beds, many of our customers are eligible to purchase their Adjustable Bed and mattress without paying VAT.
If you, or the person you are purchasing for, are chronically sick or disabled, you may qualify for VAT relief under UK government guidelines. This means you would not need to pay the additional 20% VAT on qualifying products.
Who Qualifies for VAT Exemption?
You may be eligible if you have a long-term medical condition, illness, or disability that affects your everyday life and requires ongoing treatment, support, or medication.
For the purposes of VAT relief, a person is considered chronically sick or disabled if they have:
- A physical or mental impairment that has a long-term and substantial effect on their ability to carry out everyday activities
- A condition that requires ongoing medical treatment or regular medication
- A chronic illness that impacts mobility, circulation, breathing, comfort, or general wellbeing
Common Conditions That May Qualify
The following conditions are examples of those that may qualify for VAT exemption:
- Acid Reflux / GERD
- Alzheimer’s Disease
- Arthritis
- Asthma
- Blindness or Visual Impairment
- Bronchitis
- Cardiovascular Disease
- Cancer
- COPD
- Cystic Fibrosis
- Deafness or Hearing Impairment
- Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
- Dementia
- Diabetes
- Emphysema
- Epilepsy
- Heart Disease
- Haemophilia
- Hypertension
- Kidney Disease
- Motor Neurone Disease
- Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
- Parkinson’s Disease
- Physically Disabled
- Respiratory Conditions
- Swollen Legs / Edema
- Varicose Veins
- Mobility Conditions
- Chronic Back Pain
- Other Long-Term Medical Conditions
Please note this is not a complete list. If you are unsure whether you qualify, our team will be happy to help.
Which Products Qualify?
Most of our adjustable beds, mattresses, and related accessories are eligible for VAT exemption when purchased for personal or domestic use by someone who qualifies.
If you are unsure whether a product qualifies, please contact our customer service team before ordering.
Need Help?
Our experienced team is always happy to answer any questions regarding VAT exemption or help you determine whether you may qualify.
You can contact us by phone, email, or live chat and we will guide you through the process.
