Tax Investigations

The first thing to do is respond. Ignoring HMRC correspondence rarely makes things better, and dealing with the enquiry early usually gives you more time to gather the information that’s needed.

Start collecting any relevant documents, such as invoices, bank statements, accounting records and receipts. Having these ready can help make the process quicker and more straightforward.

Not all HMRC investigations mean you’ve done anything wrong. Many enquiries are routine compliance checks or arise because HMRC needs further information.

If you receive an enquiry, we can correspond with HMRC on your behalf, help prepare the information requested and advise you throughout the process.

No. HMRC carries out many routine compliance checks each year. An enquiry doesn’t automatically mean additional tax is due or that penalties will be charged.

This depends on the nature of the enquiry. HMRC may request accounting records, bank statements, invoices, receipts or other documents to support the figures submitted on a tax return.

Yes. We can correspond directly with HMRC, prepare responses, gather supporting information and advise throughout the enquiry.

Yes. If you believe you’ve made an error on a tax return, it’s usually better to address it before HMRC raises the issue. We can advise on the most appropriate way to correct the position.