Useful Dates
Stay ahead of the 2026/27 UK tax year with our clear overview of key deadlines and important compliance dates. Whether you are an employer, self-employed, or an individual taxpayer, this guide helps you plan ahead and avoid unnecessary penalties.
| Date | Deadline / Event | Who It Applies To |
|---|---|---|
| 6 April 2026 | Start of 2026/27 Tax Year | Everyone |
| 31 May 2026 | P60s must be issued for 2025/26 | Employers |
| 6 July 2026 | Deadline for P11D submission & Class 1A NIC reporting | Employers |
| 22 July 2026 | Pay Class 1A NIC (19 July if by post) | Employers |
| 31 July 2026 | Second Payment on Account (for 2025/26 tax bill) | Self-employed / Higher earners |
| 5 October 2026 | Register for Self Assessment (if newly self-employed in 25/26) | Self-employed / New taxpayers |
| 31 October 2026 | Paper Self Assessment return deadline | Individuals |
| 30 December 2026 | Online tax return deadline to have tax collected via PAYE | Individuals |
| 31 January 2027 | Online Self Assessment deadline (2025/26 return) | Individuals |
| 31 January 2027 | First Payment on Account for 2026/27 | Self-employed |
| 5 April 2027 | End of 2026/27 Tax Year | Everyone |
| Date | Deadline / Event | Who It Applies To |
|---|---|---|
| 6 April 2026 | Start of 2026/27 Tax Year | Everyone |
| 31 May 2026 | P60s must be issued for 2025/26 | Employers |
| 6 July 2026 | Deadline for P11D submission & Class 1A NIC reporting | Employers |
| 22 July 2026 | Pay Class 1A NIC (19 July if by post) | Employers |
| 31 July 2026 | Second Payment on Account (for 2025/26 tax bill) | Self-employed / Higher earners |
| 5 October 2026 | Register for Self Assessment (if newly self-employed in 25/26) | Self-employed / New taxpayers |
| 31 October 2026 | Paper Self Assessment return deadline | Individuals |
| 30 December 2026 | Online tax return deadline to have tax collected via PAYE | Individuals |
| 31 January 2027 | Online Self Assessment deadline (2025/26 return) | Individuals |
| 31 January 2027 | First Payment on Account for 2026/27 | Self-employed |
| 5 April 2027 | End of 2026/27 Tax Year | Everyone |