How do I register as an agent with HMRC?
- Go to the New user page on the HMRC website.
- Click on Agent.
- Tick the services you want to use.
- If you want to complete and file company tax returns, tick Self Assessment (SA) for Agents and Corporation Tax (CT) for Agents (if applicable).
- Work through the rest of the pages.
Where do HMRC Authorisation codes get sent to?
We will also request authorisation codes from HMRC on your behalf. These are sent to you as the business owner and we will then need them (before they expire), in order to access your records.
What can you do if you are an authorised agent of HMRC?
Once you’re authorised, you can use HMRC online services to: receive information about your client from HMRC You can also contact HMRC by phone or post on behalf of your client. You or your clients can use software to send Income Tax updates as part of HMRC’s Making Tax Digital pilot.
Do you need to give HMRC your tax reference number?
If you do not know which services the agent has been authorised for, you must provide HMRC with all of your tax reference numbers and identifiers. We will then remove any tax service you have authorised your agent for that are directly connected to these reference numbers.
Where do I Register my account with HMRC?
All the accounts with HMRC are handled by the Governement Gateway. Think of it as Back office, where you can do things quickly. Also if you register direct with the Governement Gateway you can choose you own passwords and get nice numbers only user ID.
How long does it take for HMRC to send out self assessment code?
Your application will be rejected if you don’t provide this information, or if HMRC isn’t satisfied with the information you provide. HMRC will tell you if your application has been successful within 28 days and send you a Self Assessment agent code to set up your online service.
