If you’re part of a group of OnlyFans creators heading off on a content trip — whether it’s a collab photoshoot in the sun, a group video series, or a multi-creator shoot — the focus is usually on the content and the vibes. But behind the scenes, how you handle shared expenses like flights, hotels, transfers, and activities can make a big difference to everyone’s bottom line.

As a UK accountant who specialises exclusively in OnlyFans creators, I regularly help groups navigate these situations. The good news? With the right structure, you can often save significant amounts of VAT. The key is who pays the original expenses to the suppliers. Get this wrong and the group can end up bearing unnecessary 20% VAT costs that could have been reclaimed.

Are Content Trips Allowable Business Expenses?

Yes — provided the trip is undertaken wholly and exclusively for your OnlyFans business. This means the primary purpose must be creating content (photos, videos, live streams, etc.) that you will monetise on the platform.

HMRC looks closely at “duality of purpose”. If the trip is clearly a holiday with some content creation on the side, you may only be able to claim a proportion of the costs (or in some cases none). Strong records are essential: keep itineraries, call sheets, content produced during/after the trip, and notes on how it ties back to your OnlyFans income.

The Big One: Shared Group Expenses and Who Pays the Supplier

This is where most groups lose money unnecessarily.

When several creators split the cost of a trip, one person often books and pays for everything upfront, then gets reimbursed by the others. How this is structured has a direct impact on VAT recovery.

How I Help OnlyFans Groups Save VAT

I specialise in OnlyFans creators and understand how these group trips actually work in practice. Depending on who pays the original expenses, I can advise on structures that let the group make and keep as much of the money as possible.

 

Do not book anything until you contact me and I’ll let you know the most efficient way.