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Posted Wed, 18 Dec 2024 14:32:30 GMT by EB123
I have read the various HMRC guidance notes on both trivial benefits and the definition of a close company. Am I right to think that a one-person Ltd company, where the person is both the only director and employee counts as a 'close company'? If yes, then does that mean that the annual £300 trivial benefit allowance that applies in this case can be used by the director to pay for a meal for them and their spouse? (Assume this is the only trivial benefit given in the tax year and the total cost is under £300.)
Posted Tue, 24 Dec 2024 09:33:07 GMT by HMRC Admin 17 Response

Hi ,
 
Guidance on the definition of a close company can be found on our website at

CTM60060 - Close companies: general: broad definition   onwards . 

Based on the information provided, the company is a close company. 

Guidance on tax on trivial benefits is also available on our website at

Tax on trivial benefits

and in more detail at

EIM21864 - Particular benefits: exemption for trivial benefits – conditions to be satisfied (from 6 April 2016)  . 

If you’re not sure whether a benefit counts as a trivial benefit you should call the employer helpline on 0300 200 3200

or write to PT Operations North East England,
                 HM Revenue and Customs, BX9 1BX.

Thank you .

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