Navigating VAT in the Sporting Industry
Maximise VAT Recovery: Unlock Savings & Boost Operational Performance
Foreign VAT exposure often results
from VAT incurred on:
Kits and Equipment
Reclaim VAT on recurring purchases such as uniforms, balls, bats, boots, safety gear, and other athletic or training equipment.
Training Camps
Recover VAT on accommodation, venue hire, travel, and professional support staff costs tied to hosting or attending training camps abroad.
Meetings, Events, Conferences and Tradeshows
Reclaim VAT on registration, sponsorships, flights, and hotels for sporting industry events, media appearances, exhibitions, and networking opportunities.
Hotel & Travel Costs
VAT recovery on accommodation and transport for athletes, coaches, staff, and teams attending international matches, tournaments, or sporting events.
The sporting industry loses millions in
unclaimed VAT refunds every year
Whether you manage a professional club, governing body, or touring team, international sporting activities can generate large volumes of reclaimable VAT. At VAT IT Reclaim, we help you recover eligible spend across kits, travel, logistics, broadcasting, and event participation – so your organisation can focus on performance, not paperwork.
Other high value expenses
- Sponsorships
- Hiring of sports grounds
- Professional services costs (e.g. medical support staff, coaching, etc.)
- TV rights, foreign televising & broadcasting fees
Sporting
Industry FAQs
Explore our FAQs to learn how reclaiming VAT in the sporting industry can reduce costs, simplify budgeting, and support your club’s financial health.
How does the VAT reclaim process work?
Simple: you send us your invoices, and we take care of the rest. From identifying reclaimable spend to submitting claims and following up with tax authorities, we manage the entire process for you.
Will this create more work for my team?
Not at all. We do the heavy lifting so your team doesn’t have to. You’ll get a dedicated account manager who handles everything – from onboarding to recovery insights, without disrupting your day-to-day.
How much VAT could we recover?
That depends on your spend and where you operate but we’ve helped clients recover millions across industries. The best part? There’s no risk. If we don’t recover, you don’t pay.
Is this only for large businesses?
Not at all. We support companies of all sizes – from startups to global multinationals. If you’re spending across borders, we’re here to help you get your VAT back.
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