Check and Challenge, step by step

The GOV.UK process for challenging a 2026 business rates valuation, in plain English. Free to read, whether or not you buy a pack.

1. 1Set up your business rates valuation accountAbout 10 minutes
2. 2Claim your property5 minutes, then up to 15 working days
3. 3Raise a CheckAbout 20 minutes
4. 4Wait for the Check decisionOften a few months
5. 5Start a Challenge and upload your packAbout 30 minutes
6. 6After you challengeMonths, not weeks