Just got an email notification from QB saying that HMRC accepted my VAT return. Do I have to pay seperately now?

Hello there. I'll be glad to share some details about the email you've received about the VAT return.

In this case, the message you've received is just a confirmation email that you're VAT return has already been accepted. Also, you don't need to pay separately it's filed thru QuickBooks Online, and you can just disregard the email.

Moreover, you can reach out to the HMRC if you want to know the status of the VAT return or if you have any clarifications with VAT returns.

I've also added this article for more details about filing VAT returns in QuickBooks: Submit a VAT return to HMRC using MTD in QuickBooks Online.

If everything's fine, you can run some VAT-related reports to keep track of all your returns. To achieve this, go to the Taxes menu, and then select the desired report from the View reports drop-down.

I've got your back if you have some follow-up questions about managing your VAT in QuickBooks. Have a good one.