How to Sign Up for MTD in 5 Minutes
Signing up for MTD does not need to be complicated. Here is the process broken down into five quick steps.
Step 1: Get Your Software Ready
Before signing up with HMRC, choose and set up your MTD-compatible software. You will need it linked to your HMRC account. Accounted takes under five minutes to set up.
Step 2: Go to GOV.UK
Visit the MTD sign-up page on GOV.UK. Search for "sign up for Making Tax Digital for Income Tax" to find the current page.
Step 3: Log In to Government Gateway
Use your existing Government Gateway credentials. If you file Self Assessment online, you already have an account.
Step 4: Follow the Sign-Up Steps
HMRC will ask you to:
- Confirm your identity
- Select the tax year you are signing up from
- Authorise your software to submit on your behalf
Step 5: Connect Your Software
Return to your MTD software and complete the HMRC authorisation process. This links your software to your MTD account so it can submit quarterly updates.
That is it. You are registered for MTD and ready to start keeping digital records.
If You Have an Accountant
Your accountant can sign you up through their Agent Services Account, saving you the need to do it yourself. Ask them to handle the registration.
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