Moving abroad

If I were to move abroad and all my tax is up-to-date. Would I still need to inform HMRC and if so how should I do it once I am abroad? I may not know precisely when a move if and when I choose to go, so it's rather confusing how I would advise HMRC when the time arises.

Hi njc23,

You can do this with a P85 - Get your Income Tax right if you're leaving the UK.

Thank you.

Thank you your reply. I usually do a tax return as I am director. However by the time I leave I will not have been and will not have any further tax liabilities as I will be moving in a future tax year. On this basis, would you kindly confirm that a p85 would suffice. Also, if I am abroad how would I inform the tax man as I will not know the exact dates I leave and may not be enough time to inform HMRC prior to me leaving. I await your response

Hi,

A P85 should be used to inform HMRC that you are leaving the United Kingdom.

Get your Income Tax right if you're leaving the UK

There is a self assessment criteria tool, which will help you work out if a tax return is required. If a tax return is not required, you will need to contact HMRC to advise them of this. This will prevent future tax returns being issued.

Thank you.

Hello there, Would I do a P85 as soon as I know I am leaving ? or shall I wait when I have definitely left. If so sending the form abroad may be tricky. Please advise the most sensible approach.

Hi njc23,

You would need to wait until you have your P45 and that your travel arrangements are confirmed so that you know you are definately leaving.

Thank you.

 

Hello, I thought I was permanently moving abroad (for 3 years) and filled out a P85. However, I returned to England after only a week. (Was not earning in UK during this period or currently since.) Do I need to inform HMRC? Thanks.

Hi,

If you informed us that you were leaving the UK, you may need to contact us again to confirm that you're re-entering the country. Contact us by webchat or phone via:

Income Tax: general enquiries ,

and you can find more information on re-entering the country here -

Tax if you return to the UK

Thank you.