We recommend setting up a Direct Debit to pay your VAT bill - this method gives you an extra 3 days until the payment needs to be taken - for example if your VAT return quarter ends on 31st December your DD will be taken on 10th February, or the next working day.
If you don't have a DD in place then you can pay HMRC directly, remembering to quote your VAT number. All of the details can be found here:
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