What is my UTR? And where do I find it?
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Your UTR (or Unique Taxpayer Reference) is provided to you by HMRC when your business starts trading, or you register for Self Assessment. You will usually receive your UTR within 2 weeks of registering a business (whether self employed, limited company or partnership).
In addition, you will find your UTR on any correspondence from HMRC in relation to your business or tax affairs.
The following UTRs will be issued:
- Individual UTR for anyone required to submit a Self Assessment (High Net Worth individuals, self employed, partners, limited company directors etc)
- Company UTR for a limited company in order to file a Corporation Tax Return
- Partnership UTR for partnerships and LLPs in order to file a Partnership Tax Return
It is important you keep this safe as it is required to file your tax returns. If you lose it, you can contact HMRC to provide you with a reminder (you will have to go through security to get this).