HMRC letters and penalties, explained
A letter or penalty from HMRC can be worrying, but most things are fixable if you act in good time. Find your letter below to understand what it means, what not to ignore and exactly what to do next.
Self Assessment late filing
If your tax return is late, HMRC charge an automatic £100 and the penalty can grow steadily, but there are calm steps you can take.
What to doSelf Assessment late payment
If your tax is paid late, HMRC charge surcharges at 30 days, 6 months and 12 months, plus daily interest, but a payment plan can ease the pressure.
What to doPayments on account notice
Payments on account are advance payments towards next year's tax, which is why your January bill can feel surprisingly large, but they can be managed.
What to doVAT penalties
A calm guide to how VAT penalties work under the points based late submission system and the late payment rules.
What to doPAYE late payment
A reassuring guide to PAYE late payment notices, the percentage penalties, RTI late filing and how to put things right.
What to doCIS penalties and problems
A clear guide to CIS late return penalties and the deduction problems that catch out contractors and subcontractors.
What to doCorporation tax penalties
A clear guide to corporation tax filing and payment deadlines, the penalties for being late, and how to get back on track.
What to doCompanies House late filing
A clear guide to the penalty Companies House charge for filing your annual accounts late, how much it is, and what to do about it.
What to doTax code notice
A plain guide to tax code notices and the letters that go with them, what they mean, and how to make sure you are paying the right tax.
What to doHMRC compliance check
A clear, calm guide to HMRC compliance checks and enquiries, your rights, the deadlines, and how to handle the letter well.
What to doHMRC payment demand
A calm guide to HMRC payment demands, checking they are correct, what happens if ignored, and how a Time to Pay arrangement can help.
What to doHMRC nudge letter
A calm guide to HMRC nudge letters, why they are sent, that they are not a formal enquiry, and how a voluntary disclosure usually means lower penalties.
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