Making Tax Digital Support for UK Businesses and Landlords

Making Tax Digital (MTD) is HMRC’s programme to modernise tax administration through digital record keeping and compatible software. It introduces requirements for certain businesses and individuals to maintain digital records and submit information using compatible systems.

The requirements depend on the type of tax involved and your circumstances. Making Tax Digital for VAT already applies to most VAT-registered businesses, while Making Tax Digital for Income Tax is being introduced in stages for qualifying sole traders and landlords.

Making Tax Digital for Income Tax requires qualifying self-employed individuals and landlords to use compatible software to maintain digital records and send quarterly updates to HMRC, followed by a final declaration. The rules are being introduced in stages according to qualifying income.

That depends on your current software and the requirements that apply to you. Your existing system may already support the relevant Making Tax Digital processes, or you may need compatible software or bridging software. We can help review your current setup.

Spreadsheets may form part of a compliant digital record-keeping process, provided the relevant digital links and compatible software requirements are met. The correct approach depends on the tax requirements that apply to you.

Yes. We can review your current record-keeping arrangements, explain relevant requirements and discuss suitable software and practical next steps. Digital Tax provides online support across the UK.