HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) is the UK government’s tax, payments and customs authority. As a non-ministerial department, it administers the collection of revenue that funds public services, provides targeted financial support to families and individuals, and supplies property valuations used in taxation and benefits. HMRC aims to deliver these responsibilities impartially and efficiently, helping people meet their tax obligations while working to prevent tax evasion and dishonest claims.

The department offers a broad range of online services and guidance for individuals, families, businesses, self-employed people, tax agents and advisers. People can use HMRC’s online services and app to manage tax and personal details, access benefits, and handle matters such as Self Assessment, Child Benefit, childcare accounts and tax refunds. HMRC also publishes practical information on tax codes, compliance checks, expected response times and changes to tax rules. Its work includes supporting the transition to Making Tax Digital for Income Tax and providing customs and trader assistance.