Find out about the SA250 form issued by HMRC to taxpayers in the UK, when it is issued and what information it contains.
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1. What is an SA250 from HMRC?
An SA250 is a welcome letter issued by HMRC to taxpayers newly registered for self-assessment. Once successfully registered, HMRC allocates the individual with a UTR number which they will find on their SA250.
2. Who Gets an SA250 from HMRC?
Only those registered for self-assessment will receive an SA250 form upon successful set up on the HMRC system. This normally applies to individuals who have taxable income to declare on a tax return. This is because, for example, they are self-employed, a landlord or receive dividends.
3. What Information is in the SA250 Letter?
Inside the SA250 letter is information about self-assessment including:
- UTR number;
- Tax return dates & deadlines;
- Reminder that the individual needs to fill in a tax return.
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