Making Tax Digital for Income Tax Self Assessment (ITSA)
Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax Self Assessment is a new HMRC initiative designed to modernise the UK tax system. From April 2026, self-employed individuals and landlords with income over £50,000 will be required to keep digital records and submit quarterly updates to HMRC using approved software. As your trusted accountants, we’re here to help you make a smooth transition to digital tax reporting—avoiding penalties, reducing admin, and keeping you fully compliant.
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What Does MTD for ITSA Mean?
Under MTD for ITSA, paper tax returns will be replaced by digital submissions. If you are affected, you’ll need to:
- Maintain digital business records
- Submit quarterly updates to HMRC
- Provide an End of Period Statement (EOPS) and Final Declaration
While this may seem daunting, we’ll manage the process for you. From choosing the right software to handling every submission, we ensure your obligations are met with ease.
Our Support with MTD Compliance
We offer complete support to keep your tax affairs compliant under MTD for ITSA. Whether you’re a landlord, sole trader, or partnership, we’ll implement digital record-keeping and manage all HMRC submissions on your behalf. We can assist with:
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MTD for Income Tax is being rolled out in phases
See below for an outline of the phases and their relevant start dates:
From 6 April 2026
Gross income from self-employment + property income > £50,000
From 6 April 2027
Gross income from self-employment + property income > £30,000
From 6 April 2028
Gross income from self-employment + property income > £20,000
Get Ready for Digital Tax Reporting
MTD for ITSA is coming—don’t leave it to the last minute. We’re already helping clients transition to digital tax and can do the same for you.
Whether you need software setup, quarterly submissions, or full tax management, we’re here to help.
Speak to our team today and ensure you’re fully prepared for MTD.
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