Have to Change Address with HMRC?

By following these steps, you can ensure your address and other personal details are up to date with HMRC, which is crucial for receiving important communications and managing your tax affairs effectively.

To update your address with HMRC, follow these steps:       

  1. Sign In to Your Personal Tax Account:

    • Visit the GOV.UK website and click on “Sign in to your personal tax account.”

    • Enter your Government Gateway user ID and password to access your account.

  2. Create a Personal Tax Account (If You Don’t Have One):

    • If you don’t already have a personal tax account, you can create one by clicking on “Create a personal tax account” on the sign-in page.

    • Follow the instructions to set up your account, which will involve providing personal details and setting up security measures.

  3. Prove Your Identity:

    • If prompted, you may need to prove your identity. This usually requires you to provide photo ID such as a passport or driving licence.

    • Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the identity verification process.

  4. Update Your Address:

    • Once you are signed in, go to the section where you can update your personal details.

    • Find the address section and enter your new address.

    • Confirm the change and save the updated details.

Benefits of Using Your Personal Tax Account

In addition to updating your address, your personal tax account allows you to:

  • Check your tax code and estimate your tax refund or bill.

  • See your income and tax history.

  • Manage your tax credits and Child Benefit.

  • View and manage your National Insurance contributions.

  • Update other personal details like your name and marital status.

Additional Support

If you encounter any issues while updating your address or creating your personal tax account, you can contact HMRC for assistance:

  • Phone: 0300 200 3300

  • Text phone: 0300 200 3319

  • Outside UK: +44 135 535 9022

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