HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is reminding self assessment customers in Lanarkshire that the countdown to complete their tax returns has begun.
They have until January 31, 2023, to submit their online returns for the 2021 to 2022 tax year.
More than 66,000 taxpayers beat the clock and filed their tax return on April 6 – the first day of the new tax year.
HMRC is encouraging others to complete their return as soon as they can, so they know what they owe and can budget to make the payment in time. This also means that if a repayment is due, it can be claimed back sooner.
Completing a tax return using HMRC’s online filing service is simple and convenient and last year more than 95 per cent of customers filed online with many choosing to start it, save their progress and go back to it as many times as they need before it’s ready to submit.
Myrtle Lloyd, HMRC’s director general for customer services, told Lanarkshire Live: "With around 100 days to go until the online deadline, there’s still time to complete your tax return, to budget and look into the range of payment options if you need to.
“Help and support is available online to help customers with their tax returns. Just search ‘Self Assessment’ on GOV.UK to find out more and get started today.”
Filing early also means customers will have plenty of time to access the number of payment options available including paying via the free and secure HMRC App; setting up an online monthly payment plan; paying through PAYE tax code (subject to eligibility); and payment on account.
Those who are unable to pay their tax bill in full can access the support and advice that’s available on GOV.UK, and HMRC may be able to help by arranging an affordable payment plan.
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