The annual return is an online form that registered adults and children's service providers must complete each year through their Care Inspectorate for Wales (CIW) online account.
Regulated care service in Wales are legally required to submit an annual return.
The annual return collects information about our service, including staffing, capacity, and how we deliver care. This information helps CIW plan inspections, supports public transparency, and contributes to national data on care services in Wales.
The annual return window opens on 1 April each year.