Comparison guide
Moving from the
HMRC Portal to
11 MTD Bridge
Under Making Tax Digital (MTD) rules, manual VAT filing through the HMRC portal is no longer permitted for most businesses. 11 MTD Bridge provides the required digital link so you can continue using your spreadsheets compliantly.
Quick answer
Because HMRC closed its portal for manual MTD VAT entry, 11 MTD Bridge replaces it by offering a simple, HMRC-recognised bridging workflow that connects your existing spreadsheets directly to HMRC.
| Feature Area | HMRC Portal (Legacy) | 11 MTD Bridge |
|---|---|---|
| MTD Compliance | Closed for MTD VAT returns | Fully compliant and HMRC-recognised |
| Data Entry | Manual typing (now banned under MTD) | Automated digital link from spreadsheets |
| Best for | Only businesses with a formal MTD exemption | Any business using spreadsheets to track VAT |
| Support experience | Standard HMRC web guidance | Dedicated support and guided step-by-step filing |
| Filing approach | Direct online form submission | Secure, API-linked direct submission |
Upgrade your workflow to stay compliant
Unless you hold a formal exemption, you can no longer use the HMRC portal to file VAT returns manually. 11 MTD Bridge bridges the gap, allowing you to keep your familiar spreadsheet workflow while ensuring full compliance with HMRC's digital linking rules.
11 MTD Bridge Limited
14 Somerstown Court, Reading,
England, RG1 7TY.
Company number: 16416027
