Why You Should Download the HMRC App: A Smarter Way to Manage Your Taxes
Managing your tax affairs can feel like a chore, but it doesn’t have to. The HMRC app is designed to make handling your personal taxes, benefits, and financial information simple, secure, and mobile friendly.
Whether you're self-employed, employed, receiving benefits, or just want to keep tabs on your tax status, here's why the HMRC app deserves a spot on your phone.
1. 📱 Access Your Tax Info Anytime, Anywhere
No need to wait for paper letters or call HMRC’s helpline. The app gives you instant access to your:
Tax code and income history (up to 5 years)
National Insurance number
Self Assessment status and deadlines
PAYE information if you're employed
State Pension forecast
All in one place, 24/7.
2. 🧾 Go Paperless and Stay Organised
By using the HMRC app, you reduce your reliance on physical paperwork. No more misplaced letters or missed deadlines, the app sends you notifications and keeps everything securely stored in one digital hub.
Going paperless also supports HMRC’s move toward a more eco-friendly, efficient system of communication.
3. 💸 Handle Payments and Refunds with Ease
Need to make a Self Assessment payment or check if you’re due a tax refund? The app makes it easy to:
Make secure payments directly to HMRC
Track payment history
Claim refunds if you’ve overpaid tax
This helps you stay on top of what you owe, or what you’re owed.
4. 👨👩👧 Manage Benefits in One Place
If you receive Child Benefit or have a Help to Save account, the app lets you:
Claim and manage Child Benefit
Download proof of entitlement for school or visa applications
Monitor your Help to Save balance and bonuses
All without logging into a desktop or posting paper forms.
5. 🛡️ Built-In Security You Can Trust
Worried about security? The HMRC app uses:
Data encryption
Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) with PIN, fingerprint, or facial recognition
Regular updates to address security vulnerabilities
Your personal and financial data stays protected.
6. 🔧 Update Your Details Without the Hassle
Need to tell HMRC you’ve moved house or changed your name? Do it straight from the app, no calls, no forms, no fuss. You can update your:
Address
Name
Contact preferences
Changes are submitted instantly, saving you valuable time.
7. 🧠 Get Help When You Need It
The HMRC app comes with a built-in digital assistant to guide you through common queries. From tax codes to National Insurance contributions, you can get quick answers without searching the website or calling support.
Getting Started Is Easy
Ready to simplify your tax life?
Download the HMRC app from the App Store (iOS) or Google Play Store (Android).
Sign in with your Government Gateway ID.
Don’t have one? You can create it in the app.
Set up quick access using a PIN, fingerprint, or face ID.
Final Thoughts
The HMRC app is more than just a convenience, it’s a powerful tool for staying on top of your finances, saving time, and avoiding the stress of tax season. Whether you’re submitting a Self Assessment or checking your pension forecast, it’s never been easier to manage your affairs with confidence.
Download it today, and take control of your taxes.
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