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Am I MTD Mandated?

Find out whether Making Tax Digital for Income Tax applies to you, when it starts and what you need to do next. No signup, no account.

Where does your income come from?

Gross annual property income

Are you signed up for MTD with HMRC?

Full breakdown, what we cannot see, and the next steps for your situation.

Common questions

What is Making Tax Digital (MTD)?: Making Tax Digital for Income Tax is HMRC's programme requiring landlords and self-employed traders to keep digital records and submit quarterly updates to HMRC. It replaces parts of the Self Assessment process for those it applies to.
Am I MTD mandated?: You are likely mandated for MTD for Income Tax if your gross property and self-employment income is above the relevant HMRC threshold. The first threshold (£50,000) became mandatory on 6 April 2026. Lower thresholds follow in 2027 and 2028.
When does MTD start for landlords?: MTD for Income Tax became mandatory on 6 April 2026 for landlords with qualifying income above £50,000. It extends to £30,000 from 6 April 2027 and £20,000 from 6 April 2028.
What is qualifying income for MTD?: Qualifying income is your gross property rental and self-employment income combined. It does not include employment (PAYE), dividends, pensions or investment income.
Do I need to register for MTD if I am already on Self Assessment?: Self Assessment alone is not enough. You must register separately for MTD for Income Tax when your qualifying income crosses the threshold for your tax year, or sign up voluntarily through HMRC or a recognised MTD provider.