RGK Tiga Sub4 Wheelchair
VAT RELIEF
VAT Exemption and VAT Relief are two phrases you may have heard a lot when looking at mobility products.
Most of our products have two prices - one with and one without VAT. VAT Relief is available on products specially designed for use by those with a long term medical condition or illness in a personal or domestic setting.
We hope that this guide will offer some explanation of who and when you can claim VAT Relief as well as the process of how to claim VAT Relief at the time of ordering online and in store.
Why Two Prices?
Most of the products on this website have two prices - this means that this product qualifies for VAT relief and can be purchased without paying the VAT.
This status is given to products which are specifically designed to be used to relieve the symptoms of a chronic illness or disability.
Where a single price is shown, the product does not qualify for VAT relief and the price includes VAT.
Am I Eligible?
Where two prices are shown for a product, the lower price (which excludes VAT) is available to those who are chronically sick, disabled or terminally ill. Chronically sick means that you have an illness that is likely to last a long time (such as arthritis, angina, etc). Disabled means substantially and permanently handicapped by illness or injury.
You do not have to be registered disabled to claim relief from VAT, but the nature of your illness or disablement must be specified in your declaration.
Unfortunately you do not qualify if you are elderly but able-bodied or if you are only temporarily disabled or injured.
How do I claim?
Claiming VAT relief is simple and quick. There are no assessments and you do not need to provide medical proof of any disability or condition. You simply need to fill in a quick form either online, in person or through the post.
Online
You will be asked whether you wish to claim relief from VAT during the checkout process. If you do wish to claim you will just need to state the illness or medical condition you are suffering from and tick to confirm that you wish to claim exemption and that the information you have provided is correct. It's that easy!
In Store
When buying an item in store it is just as easy to claim VAT relief as it is online. Our friendly staff will provide you with a simple form to fill out where you simply need to list your condition, name, address and provide a signature. It takes under a minute to fill out and can help save you a lot of money.
By Phone
If you would like to place your order by telephone and wish to claim VAT relief, we will have to charge you the VAT initially and then refund it to you once we have received a signed declaration. Once we receive your telephone order, we will send your goods to you along with a VAT declaration form for you to sign and send back to us using the Freepost address provided. Once we have received your signed declaration we will refund you the VAT difference to the same card you paid with.
We are required to retain a copy of your declaration and it may be passed to HM Customs & Excise as evidence of your eligibility. Your data is stored securely and will never be used for any marketing purposes or given to any 3rd parties. If you are in any doubt whether you qualify for VAT relief, please click here to email our customer services or call 01444 253 300. Alternatively, you may want to contact your local Customs & Excise office directly.
The link below takes you to the guidance note published by HM Customs & Excise which provides further information.
HMRC VAT Notice 701/7: VAT reliefs for disabled and older people
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VAT RELIEF
VAT Exemption and VAT Relief are two phrases you may have heard a lot when looking at mobility products.
Most of our products have two prices - one with and one without VAT. VAT Relief is available on products specially designed for use by those with a long term medical condition or illness in a personal or domestic setting.
We hope that this guide will offer some explanation of who and when you can claim VAT Relief as well as the process of how to claim VAT Relief at the time of ordering online and in store.
Why Two Prices?
Most of the products on this website have two prices - this means that this product qualifies for VAT relief and can be purchased without paying the VAT.
This status is given to products which are specifically designed to be used to relieve the symptoms of a chronic illness or disability.
Where a single price is shown, the product does not qualify for VAT relief and the price includes VAT.
Am I Eligible?
Where two prices are shown for a product, the lower price (which excludes VAT) is available to those who are chronically sick, disabled or terminally ill. Chronically sick means that you have an illness that is likely to last a long time (such as arthritis, angina, etc). Disabled means substantially and permanently handicapped by illness or injury.
You do not have to be registered disabled to claim relief from VAT, but the nature of your illness or disablement must be specified in your declaration.
Unfortunately you do not qualify if you are elderly but able-bodied or if you are only temporarily disabled or injured.
How do I claim?
Claiming VAT relief is simple and quick. There are no assessments and you do not need to provide medical proof of any disability or condition. You simply need to fill in a quick form either online, in person or through the post.
Online
You will be asked whether you wish to claim relief from VAT during the checkout process. If you do wish to claim you will just need to state the illness or medical condition you are suffering from and tick to confirm that you wish to claim exemption and that the information you have provided is correct. It's that easy!
In Store
When buying an item in store it is just as easy to claim VAT relief as it is online. Our friendly staff will provide you with a simple form to fill out where you simply need to list your condition, name, address and provide a signature. It takes under a minute to fill out and can help save you a lot of money.
By Phone
If you would like to place your order by telephone and wish to claim VAT relief, we will have to charge you the VAT initially and then refund it to you once we have received a signed declaration. Once we receive your telephone order, we will send your goods to you along with a VAT declaration form for you to sign and send back to us using the Freepost address provided. Once we have received your signed declaration we will refund you the VAT difference to the same card you paid with.
We are required to retain a copy of your declaration and it may be passed to HM Customs & Excise as evidence of your eligibility. Your data is stored securely and will never be used for any marketing purposes or given to any 3rd parties. If you are in any doubt whether you qualify for VAT relief, please click here to email our customer services or call 01444 253 300. Alternatively, you may want to contact your local Customs & Excise office directly.
The link below takes you to the guidance note published by HM Customs & Excise which provides further information.
HMRC VAT Notice 701/7: VAT reliefs for disabled and older people
Details / RGK Tiga Sub4 Wheelchair
RGK's LIGHTEST CHAIR YET!
Almost 30 years later, we are still following the same philosophy and the Sub4 is no exception. Made from aerospace gradealuminium, the Sub4 has been engineered with love, passion and sheer determination to provide the lightest made to measure wheelchair, with no compromises. We believe every gram makes a difference and every component down to washers and screws have been optimised to provide our customers with a guaranteed* sub 4kg made to measure wheelchair frame – welcome to the Sub4.
*Excluding wheels and cushion
Sub 4kg – Guaranteed, no hidden extras…
Your made to measure wheelchair frame is guaranteed to be under 4kg, we’ll even write the exact weight on your certified frame. This includes all standard components such as; compact wheel locks, carbon fibre side guards with fender, Froglegs castors, carbon fibre footrest cover and upholstery. The rear wheels and, cushion are not included as these are easily removed for transportation.
In 1988 we started a journey manufacturing made to measure, lightweight rigid wheelchair frames that were simply unavailable at the time.
Lightweight benefits
The lighter the wheelchair, the less energy you need to push – it’s as simple as that. We understand that a small weight saving can make getting in and out of the car that little bit easier, so imagine what a massive weight saving can do for you! The Sub4 glides effortlessly due to the lightweight and rigid frame, but don’t think we have compromised on quality. The Sub4 boasts all the same reliability features as the TIGA, and with the frame being very similar in design and materials, you can be sure the Sub4 isn’t just super light, but it’s super strong too!
Sub4 Made to Measure Frame - 19 design changes to achieve an example weight of 1.73kg
The made to measure frame compromises of the aluminium hand built frame which is designed to your individual
requirements and the footrest, excluding the plate. Each tube has been reviewed and analysed to ensure any excess weight
is removed and the reliability is maintained.
Key features:
• Aerospace grade 7 series aluminium
• Optimised hollow forged castor arm
• Fixed centre of gravity
• Fixed backrest
• Low profile cross braces
• Optimised single tube design
• Optimised axle and pin set up with Titanium sleeves
• Polished or brushed
• Lightweight sideguard mounting system
• Lightweight brake mounting system
• Max weight 110kg
Sub4 Components - 37 design changes to achieve an example weight of 1.2 kg. These parts turn a unique frame into a practical piece of equipment, which consist of castor wheels, sideguards, brakes and fasteners. Each component has been reviewed and analysed to remove any excess weight and to maintain the required function. The standard ‘on the road’ specification includes all you need with no hidden extras.
Sub4 Upholstery - 16 design changes to achieve an example weight of 0.8 kg. Last, but certainly not least, the upholstery is made up of a seat sling and a backrest and connects you to the frame in order to deliver a life changing product. The importance of the upholstery is second to none and each area has been reviewed to remove excess weight and maintain the function and versatility.
