Not automatically. If you were charged income tax in the same tax year that you left the UK, the chances are that you could be due a tax refund.
Can I reclaim all my taxes when leaving the UK?
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FAQs
Here are the answers to some common questions, if your question isn’t answered please pick up the phone and talk to one of our tax consultants today, our advice is free and it may mean your entitled to some tax back
Why do I need to send you original documents like P45 or P60?
This is because HMRC insists to see original documents. When HMRC has finished processing your claim at their end they will normally return the original documents to your last known address. If you cannot supply originals, your claim may be delayed; in some cases, it...
Why can’t I email you a completed claim pack?
Because HMRC doesn't accept scanned or photocopied signatures. The UK tax office insists on seeing original documents (not photocopies) as well as a "wet" signature from taxpayers authorising us to act on their behalf. This is why we ask you to post the claim pack...
What is a “Personal Tax Allowance”?
The personal allowance is a tax-free amount that any UK taxpayer can earn. The rate of the personal allowance varies from year to year. For the 2019/20 tax year, the amount you can earn tax-free is £12,500. Under the PAYE scheme (applicable if you're an employee) the...
What are the rates for personal allowance?
The personal allowance is the amount a person can earn in the UK before they pay income tax. The personal allowance rates vary from one year to the next. The Chancellor of the Exchequer decides which rates are applicable. Rates of personal allowance per tax year are...
What is the difference between a “permanent” and a “temporary” workplace?
A permanent workplace means the place at which an employee works if he or she attends it regularly for the performance of the duties of the employment. It is usually clear whether or not a place is an employee's permanent workplace (and, therefore, whether a journey...
Can I claim a mileage tax rebate for commuting to and from work if I’m employed?
It depends if your commute relates to a "permanent" or "temporary workplace". The UK tax office does not accept mileage tax rebates from employees if your claim only relates to commuting to and from a permanent workplace i.e. the place of work you need to attend in...
Can I still claim a tax rebate if I don’t have a P45?
Yes, but you may have to wait longer to receive your tax rebate. You can claim a tax rebate if HMRC's records show that you paid too much income tax, missing a P45 is not ideal, as this means that we would have to rely on the UK tax office's records about your...
When is the earliest time I can claim a tax refund?
It depends on the type of claim you are trying to make. Tax rebate claims for work expenses (like tools or mileage) are only applicable to lapsed (or past) tax years, except if you are making a claim because you are leaving the UK. This means you would have to wait...
What is the correct way to print a claim pack?
Each page of the claim pack should be printed single-sided, not double-sided. Print orientation should be portrait. Always ensure that what you print is legible. Otherwise HMRC may reject your paperwork.If you think any of these examples apply to you then call our tax...
What is a tax return?
In the United Kingdom, a tax return is a document that some individuals must file with HMRC (the official name of the UK tax office) in order to declare their income and personal circumstances. Based on the figures and answers they provide, HMRC calculate the...
What is a tax rebate?
A tax refund or tax rebate is a refund on taxes when the tax liability [meaning: the calculated amount that you owe HMRC] is less than the taxes that you paid. (Source: Wikipedia; brackets are ours.) "Tax refunds" actually refers to the money HMRC gives back taxpayers...
Is VAT included in your fees?
No. All fees quoted on our website are exclusive of VAT. This is because we only charge VAT if you reside outside the European Union. VAT is not applicable if you reside in the UK or any other country part of the EU.The rate of VAT is equivalent to 20% of the...
What is a Form 64-8?
Form 64-8 refers to the official HMRC "Authorising your agent"Form. HMRC requires from taxpayers that they sign a "64/8" form if they want to authorise someone (or a company) to act as their "agent". HMRC will not divulge information to an agent about any taxpayer...
Is TaxRefundPro a registered agent with HMRC?
Yes, we are. Our registered agent code is 1324QL. We are a private company and, as such, we are not part of or affiliated to HMRC or the UK government or any of its agencies.If you need further information then call our tax consultants now on 0203 137 5773 for free...
What is a tax agent?
In the UK, “HMRC defines an ‘agent’ as someone who is appointed to discuss, correspond or transact with them about matters they are responsible for. Agents include, for example, an accountant or a professional tax adviser (source taken from HMRC’s website).” A tax...
Can I claim both mileage tax relief and vehicle expenses?
No, you claim either one or the other. If you are employed and have to use your vehicle to perform your work duties, it would generally be to your advantage to claim mileage tax relief as the HMRC's mileage allowance is generous enough to cover vehicle expenses such...
What is a Statement of Earnings?
A Statement of Earnings stipulates your Gross Pay and the tax you paid as at the date of leaving a particular employment. It can be requested if you have lost a P45 and require your year-to-date earnings details; if you need notification for year-end returns; if you...
I’m on work secondment in the UK, how can I claim my UK tax back?
You MUST complete a tax return. If you've already registered with HMRC and have been issued a Unique Tax Reference (UTR) number, you must submit a tax return within HMRC's deadlines, otherwise you could be imposed stiff financial penalties for not complying. If you've...
How far back can I claim a tax refund?
The maximum is Four years. Under HMRC's rules, a taxpayer can claim a tax refund going back to a maximum of 4 tax years. Currently, you can only claim a tax refund going back as far as 6th April 2018, which is the 2018-19 tax year. Tax refund claims related to...
Can you transfer my money to a bank abroad?
Yes, we can transfer your money to any overseas bank account. Transfer fees to overseas bank accounts do vary, depending on the bank and the country in question. Please note we can issue refunds directly into any UK bank account free of charge. Contact us if you...
How long will it take to receive my refund?
Generally, it takes between 4-6 weeks, this is according to HMRC's standard timescales to process tax refund claims. This is of course provided that you submitted correct information in the first place and supplied all required documents. During busier periods of the...
What is a P45?
A P45 is a document that your employer gives you when you have finished working with them. It shows how much you have earned and how much tax you have paid during the tax year. When starting new employment, you should keep part 1A for your records and give parts 2...
What is a P60?
A P60 is a document that your employer will give you every year at the end of the tax year on 5th April. It is a statement that shows how much you have earned and how much tax you have paid, as well as the tax code that was applied. If you have more than one job at a...
What does PAYE mean?
PAYE stands for "Pay As You Earn" and applies to you if you are employed by a company or an individual. It means that you pay your tax and national insurance out of your wages each month “as you earn”. If you need further information then call our tax consultants now...
What does CIS mean?
CIS stands for "Construction Industry Scheme" and only applies to some people who work in construction industry. They are self employed but as part of the CIS scheme they are charged income tax at source, on their gros income. Most CIS workers will know if the scheme...
What do I need to do to claim a tax rebate?
Simply complete a claim pack and return it to us free of charge. You can either download one directly from our website or contact us to request one.The claim pack contains various forms that we need in order to claim back your overpaid tax, including a signed...
Do I need a national insurance number to claim my tax back?
Yes. You cannot claim a tax rebate without a valid national insurance number. If you worked in the UK without a NI number and paid UK income tax, you need to apply for a NI number from the Department for Works & Pensions (DWP) before your claim for a tax rebate...
Do I have to pay tax if I’m from overseas or a student?
Yes. Some students and part-time workers are under the wrong impression that they don’t have to pay tax because they only work part time. Students and part-time employees are not automatically tax exempt, regardless if they are under 18 years of age! Everyone who...
Who can claim a tax refund?
Any taxpayer who earned an income inferior to the personal allowance threshold and was still charged income tax, could have a case for a tax refund. You can only obtain a tax refund provided that you have overpaid income tax in the first place and your claim does not...
How do tax rebates work?
Tax rebates are amounts of money that the UK tax office repays taxpayers who have overpaid income tax. Every taxpayer has the right to claim back overpaid tax, regardless of nationality, and it won’t affect visa or residency status. Every UK taxpayer is entitled to a...