MTD for Income Tax applies to you
This is one of the possible outcomes of the MTD eligibility checker. For a year-precise calculation that combines self-employment, UK property, and foreign property income, use the year-precise checker.
MTD for Income Tax applies to you
If your 2024-25 qualifying income (gross self-employment plus property, before expenses) was above £50,000, MTD for Income Tax has been live for you since 6 April 2026. You are required to use HMRC-compatible software for digital records and quarterly updates.
Deadline: Live since 6 April 2026
What should you do?
- ✓If you have not yet enrolled, sign up via your HMRC online account immediately
- ✓Use HMRC-recognised MTD-compatible software for all records and submissions
- ✓Submit 4 quarterly updates and your year-end tax return through MTD-compatible software
- ✓If you have missed the first quarterly window, speak to an accountant about catching up before penalty points accrue
Information only. Tax rules change. Verify against HMRC's MTD guidance and consult a qualified UK accountant for personal advice. The full logic behind this result is on the methodology page.
Your readiness checklist
- 1Open a dedicated business or property bank account if you have not already.
- 2Pick HMRC-recognised software from the comparison page.
- 3Sign up for MTD for Income Tax via your HMRC online account.
- 4Add the four quarterly deadlines (7 Aug, 7 Nov, 7 Feb, 7 May) to your calendar.
- 5Run a practice quarter so your first live submission is not also your first attempt.
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