How do I export my accounts to iXBRL format in Bright Accounts Production?
Bright Accounts Production allows you to export accounts in iXBRL format for submission to:
- Revenue (ROS) – Republic of Ireland
- HMRC – United Kingdom
- Companies House – United Kingdom
The system will automatically generate the appropriate iXBRL format depending on the Country of Incorporation, which is set here:
Client Details > Key Information > Country of Incorporation
Steps to Export iXBRL
- Go to: Compliance > Produce Accounts
- Highlight the relevant set of accounts from the list.
- On the right-hand side, open the dropdown menu and select: iXBRL Options
- Depending on the country, choose from:
- iXBRL for Revenue (ROS) – Ireland
- iXBRL for HMRC
- iXBRL for Companies House
Submission Options
If you have an active BrightTax subscription, you'll be prompted to:
- Download the iXBRL file, or
- Submit directly to BrightTax for filing with HMRC or Companies House.
Summary
| Country of Incorporation | iXBRL Option Displayed | Submission Path |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | iXBRL for Revenue (ROS) | Download or ROS submission |
| United Kingdom | iXBRL for HMRC / Companies House | Via BrightTax or manual download |
Make sure the correct Country of Incorporation is set before generating the iXBRL to ensure the correct format is applied.