Question 1

What counts as qualifying income for this check?

Accepted Answer

Gross self-employment turnover plus gross UK property (rental) income, combined, before expenses. Employment income, savings interest, dividends and pensions don't count towards the MTD threshold.

Question 2

What are the MTD for Income Tax thresholds?

Accepted Answer

MTD for Income Tax has applied since 6 April 2026 to sole traders and landlords with qualifying income over £50,000. The threshold falls to £30,000 from April 2027, and £20,000 from April 2028.

Question 3

Does MTD apply to limited companies?

Accepted Answer

Not for MTD for Income Tax — that only applies to sole traders and landlords. Limited companies are taxed under Corporation Tax, which is not currently within MTD. A VAT-registered company must still follow MTD for VAT.

Question 4

I'm VAT-registered — does MTD already apply to me?

Accepted Answer

Yes. MTD for VAT has been mandatory for every VAT-registered UK business since 1 April 2022, regardless of turnover — separately from the MTD for Income Tax thresholds this check covers.

Question 5

Is this eligibility check accurate for my exact situation?

Accepted Answer

It gives a reliable general answer based on the questions asked, but HMRC uses your most recently submitted Self Assessment return to confirm your actual start date. If your income is close to a threshold or you have unusual circumstances, get in touch and we'll confirm your position in plain English.

Question 6

What happens after I get my result?

Accepted Answer

We email your personalised summary and recommended next steps to the address you provide. If MTD applies to you, the next steps typically cover choosing compatible software and registering with HMRC before your start date.

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