Frequently Asked Questions

What is PAYE?

PAYE (Pay as You Earn) is the scheme introduced in 1940 for deducting tax from employees by employers on behalf of the government. Although PAYE scheme doesn’t require employees to complete their self assessment, however some still may have to do so, if their income derives from other sources.

When UK Tax year starts?

The UK Financial year runs from 6th April to the following year 5th April.

How does PAYE work and what is Tax Code?

A tax code is a notice to your employer or pension provider to tell them how much tax to deduct from your salary or pension. Tax codes include any allowances available, such as your annual Personal Allowance, along with any income or benefits that are not taxed at source. Income exceeding annual allowance amount is taxable. Employer is obliged to pay out all the deducted amounts to HMRC.

Can I claim back my overpaid taxes, if I don’t have A National Insurance Number?

There is no possibility, in the UK, to claim back your overpaid taxes if you do not have a NI number. Please contact us to find out more information about getting a NI number.

What is BR Tax Code?

Usually, the BR Tax code is used when:

• An individual is employed at more than one workplace;
• An employee did not present his P45 form to his current employer;
• An employer does not have the information of which tax code he should apply for the particular employee.

Am I entitled to a tax refund?

Usually there are no overpayments under PAYE scheme, but refund may due if:

• Employee worked for more than one employer;
• Employee worked less than a full tax year;
• Incorrect Tax Code been applied;
• Emergency Tax Code been applied.

Please use our Tax Calculator to see if you are eligible.

What documents do I need to get my taxes back?

To get your tax refund you have to produce the following documents:

• Form P60;
• Form P45;
• Payslips.

How many years back can I claim my tax refund for?

The period for claiming a tax refund currently is 4 years. Tax refund is also possible for those no longer residing in the UK.

How can I get my tax refund?

1. The fastest way to get your overpaid taxes back is to fill a Tax Application Form which is available on our website.

2. Contact us. We can send you paper forms, which you will be required to fill out and return to us by post or email together with the scanned document copies.