HMRC tax refund abroad

Hello, I have moved out of the UK about four months ago and I received a tax refund cheque that I was unable to deposit through my bank app. I have two questions about that: - If it possible to give it to a friend of mine who still lives in the UK and could they deposit for me? -If not, I am planning in visit London in January 2025 (arriving on the 14th). The date in the cheque is 16 July 2024. Would be able to deposit the cheque when I visit The UK or will be expired? Thank you very much!

Hi,
We can reissue the cheque to a nominee appointed by yourself, who can then transfer the money to you. To arrange this contact us by webchat or phone via: 
Income Tax: general enquiries 
Thank you

Thank you very much for your answer. My other question is. The cheque data is 16 July 2024. Would be able to cash it out on the 15th January 2025 as I'll be in the country again in that date? Thank you

Hi ,
 

The cheque will be valid for 6 months from the issue date. Thank you .