MTD Checker

Answer five quick questions to get an indication of whether Making Tax Digital for Income Tax may apply to you.

Question 1 of 5

What type of income do you receive?

MTD for Income Tax mainly applies to individuals with self-employment and/or property income.

Question 2 of 5

Is your income from self-employment or property?

Use your gross qualifying income before expenses and tax.

Question 3 of 5

What is your qualifying income for the relevant tax year?

This means total gross income from self-employment and property, before expenses and tax.

Question 4 of 5

Which tax year are you checking?

Question 5 of 5

Do you believe you have a reason to be exempt?

There are specific exemptions. For example, some people may be exempt because they are digitally excluded. Partnerships also do not currently need to use MTD for Income Tax.

Your MTD Checker result

Your result

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This checker is for general guidance only and is not a substitute for advice from HMRC or a qualified tax professional.

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