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HMRC agree to make things easier with paper tax returns

October 17 2024

HMRC's decision to make it easier for taxpayers to file a paper tax return has been welcomed by the Low Incomes Tax Reform Group (LITRG).

With less than a month until the 31 October deadline for filing a 2023/24 paper self assessment tax return, HMRC have confirmed to LITRG they will accept copies of the tax return form that have been downloaded and printed from GOV.UK.

Until recently, the 2024 form on GOV.UK had been marked 'For reference only' and HMRC indicated they would only accept a paper tax return form if it had been specifically issued by them and sent to the taxpayer by post.

Following concerns raised by LITRG, HMRC have now agreed to relax their position and have confirmed they will accept forms printed from GOV.UK.

It means some taxpayers wishing to file a paper return ahead of the 31 October 2024 filing deadline will be able to do so without needing to call HMRC to ask them to post out a copy.

Antonia Stokes, LITRG Technical Officer, said: 'We understand HMRC strongly encourage people to file their tax returns online, but this is not always possible. We have always been clear that HMRC should not try to make things harder for those who have no option but to file on paper. Though late in the day, this is a step in the right direction, and we are pleased that HMRC have listened to – and acted on - our concerns.'

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