Personal Tax Account
Your Personal Tax Account (PTA) lets you manage your individual tax affairs online. You can:[1]
- Check your Income Tax estimate and tax code
- View your National Insurance record
- Claim a tax refund
- Check and manage your Marriage Allowance
- Track Self Assessment returns and payments
- Update your address and personal details
- Check your State Pension forecast
Business Tax Account
If you’re self-employed or run a business, the Business Tax Account (BTA) provides access to:[3]
- Self Assessment filing and payments
- VAT returns and payments
- PAYE for employers
- Corporation Tax
- Making Tax Digital submissions
How to Sign In
You access both accounts through Government Gateway. You’ll need your:[2]
- Government Gateway user ID (12 characters)
- Password
- A registered device for two-step verification
If you don’t have an account, you can create one — see our Government Gateway guide. To submit MTD Income Tax quarterly updates, you’ll also need MTD-compatible software connected to your account.
Key Online Services
| Task | Where |
|---|---|
| File Self Assessment return | Business Tax Account |
| Check your tax code | Personal Tax Account |
| Pay your tax bill | Either account |
| Set up a payment plan | Business Tax Account |
| Authorise a tax agent | Business Tax Account |
| View NI record | Personal Tax Account |
HMRC App
HMRC also offers a mobile app for both iOS and Android. The app lets you check your tax code, view your tax estimate, manage your Self Assessment, and more.[1]
Security tip: HMRC will never send you links to sign in by email or text. Always go directly to GOV.UK to access your account.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a Personal Tax Account and Business Tax Account?
Your Personal Tax Account lets you check your tax code, NI record, and claim refunds. Your Business Tax Account is for filing Self Assessment, managing VAT, PAYE, Corporation Tax, and Making Tax Digital submissions.
How do I sign in to my HMRC online account?
You access both accounts through Government Gateway using your 12-character User ID, password, and a registered device for two-step verification. Go to gov.uk/personal-tax-account or gov.uk/business-tax-account.
Does HMRC have a mobile app?
Yes. HMRC offers a free app for iOS and Android that lets you check your tax code, view your tax estimate, manage Self Assessment, and more. Always download it from official app stores.
Further Reading
- Government Gateway: Setting Up Your Account
- Filing Your Tax Return
- Contacting HMRC
- Authorising a Tax Agent
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Sources
- Personal tax account — GOV.UK
- HMRC online services: sign in or set up — GOV.UK
- Business tax account — GOV.UK
- Government Gateway — GOV.UK