CIS Glossary: Your Guide to Key CIS Terms A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Standard Rate (20%) 20% deduction applied to registered subcontractors. Learn More Subcontractor A self-employed worker paid by a contractor for construction work. Learn More Subcontractor Verification Process of checking subcontractor status with HMRC. Learn More 1