Creative Industry Tax Relief for Film, TV, and Beyond
Working in film, theatre, video games, or another creative sector? ABM Chartered Accountants helps production companies claim creative industry tax relief, reducing your corporation tax bill or securing a cash credit on qualifying UK expenditure.
Claim Tax Relief on Your Creative Work
The UK offers some of the most generous tax incentives in the world for creative industries. From the Audio-Visual Expenditure Credit for film and TV to Theatre Tax Relief for live productions, these schemes reward companies that spend on qualifying UK activity. ABM Chartered Accountants helps you access every relief available.
Our ICAEW and ACCA qualified accountants understand the specific rules that apply to each creative sector, including the expenditure credit regime, BFI certification requirements, and HMRC’s additional information forms. Whether you produce feature films, develop video games, or stage theatrical performances, we prepare and submit your claim correctly.
Creative Tax Reliefs We Help You Claim
From film and TV expenditure credits to theatre and orchestra tax relief, here is how ABM Chartered Accountants supports production companies in claiming the relief they deserve.
Film & TV Credits
Audio-Visual Expenditure Credit claims for film, high-end TV, animation, and children's productions.
Theatre Tax Relief
Tax relief claims for qualifying theatrical productions including plays, musicals, and ballet.
Video Games Credits
Video Games Expenditure Credit claims for UK studios developing qualifying video game projects.
Orchestra Tax Relief
Tax relief for orchestral production companies on qualifying core expenditure and performances.
Museum & Gallery Relief
Exhibition tax relief for museums and galleries on qualifying expenditure for temporary exhibitions.
HMRC Compliance
Full compliance support including additional information forms, CT600P, and BFI certification.
Unlock Real Value From Your Creative Investment
Creative industry tax reliefs can return a significant percentage of your qualifying UK expenditure, either as a reduction in your corporation tax or as a cash credit if your production is loss-making. Many eligible companies miss out simply because the claim process feels too complex. ABM Chartered Accountants removes that barrier.
With HMRC tightening compliance requirements, including the mandatory additional information form and the CT600P supplementary page, getting your claim right first time is more important than ever. A properly prepared claim protects your position, speeds up processing, and ensures you receive the full benefit your production is entitled to.
Creative Industry Tax Relief for Productions Across the UK
Based in Canary Wharf, London, ABM Chartered Accountants supports production companies throughout the UK with creative industry tax relief claims. Our digital process means we work with you wherever your production is based.
Tax Relief Across Every Creative Sector
We prepare creative industry tax relief claims for companies working in film, high-end television, animation, video games, theatre, orchestral performance, and museum and gallery exhibitions. Whatever your creative discipline, our team can help.
Why Production Companies Choose ABM Chartered Accountants
Chartered Creative Tax Expertise
ICAEW and ACCA qualified with specialist creative sector knowledge.
Compliance-Ready Claims
Every claim prepared with all required HMRC forms included.
Maximum Relief Secured
Qualifying expenditure identified thoroughly so nothing is left unclaimed.
How We Work
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Ongoing Support
We provide regular reviews and proactive advice to keep your finances optimised and HMRC-compliant.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Here are answers to the creative industry tax relief questions we hear most often. Contact our team for guidance.
What are creative industry tax reliefs?
Creative industry tax reliefs are UK government incentives that allow qualifying production companies to claim additional deductions or expenditure credits on their UK spending. They cover film, TV, animation, video games, theatre, orchestral productions, and museum exhibitions.
What is the Audio-Visual Expenditure Credit?
The Audio-Visual Expenditure Credit replaces the old film, high-end TV, animation, and children’s TV tax reliefs. It provides a 34% credit on qualifying UK expenditure for most productions, with a 39% enhanced rate for qualifying independent films.
Can loss-making productions claim a cash credit?
Yes. If your production company is making a loss, you can surrender that loss to HMRC in exchange for a direct cash payment. This makes creative tax reliefs particularly valuable for productions in their early or pre-revenue stages.
What is the CT600P and do I need it?
The CT600P is a supplementary page that must be included with your corporation tax return when claiming creative industry tax relief. From April 2026, it is mandatory for all returns that include a creative industry claim.
Do I need BFI certification for my claim?
Film and TV productions need a British cultural certificate from the BFI to qualify for the Audio-Visual Expenditure Credit. ABM Chartered Accountants guides you through the certification process alongside preparing your tax claim.
How much do your creative tax relief services cost?
Fees depend on the type and size of your production and the relief being claimed. We offer transparent pricing and can work on a fixed-fee or contingent basis. Contact ABM Chartered Accountants for a quote.