{"id":32158,"date":"2026-09-07T18:27:09","date_gmt":"2026-09-07T17:27:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sage.com\/en-gb\/blog\/?p=32158"},"modified":"2026-09-09T09:21:30","modified_gmt":"2026-09-09T08:21:30","slug":"hmrc-led-sign-up-mtd-income-tax-accountants","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sage.com\/en-gb\/blog\/hmrc-led-sign-up-mtd-income-tax-accountants\/","title":{"rendered":"HMRC-led sign-up for MTD for Income Tax: What accountants need to know"},"content":{"rendered":"<header class=\"entry-header has-dark-background-color entry-header--standard entry-header--has-illustration entry-header--has-illustration--standard\">\n\t<div class=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"entry-header__row row align-center\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"col col-lg-7 col-xlg-6 entry-header__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"component component-single-header\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"entry-header__misc text--subtitle text--uppercase text--small\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sage.com\/en-gb\/blog\/category\/strategy-legal-operations\/\" class=\"entry-header__link\">Strategy, Legal &amp; Operations<\/a>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"entry-title-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h1 class=\"entry-title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tHMRC-led sign-up for MTD for Income Tax: What accountants need to know\t\t\t\t\t<\/h1>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"entry-header__description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tFrom September 2026, HMRC is signing up sole traders and landlords who are required to use MTD for Income Tax but haven\u2019t registered for it. Here\u2019s what it means for your practice and clients.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"single-post-details container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"col\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"posted-on \">Published <time class=\"entry-date published\" datetime=\"2026-09-07T18:27:09+01:00\">7 September, 2026<\/time><\/span><span class=\"reading-time\"> min read<\/span>\n\t\t<button\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\tclass=\"social-share-button button button--icon button--secondary js-social-share-button\"\n\t\t\tdata-share-title=\"HMRC-led sign-up for MTD for Income Tax: What accountants need to know\"\n\t\t\tdata-share-url=\"https:\/\/www.sage.com\/en-gb\/blog\/hmrc-led-sign-up-mtd-income-tax-accountants\/\"\n\t\t\tdata-share-text=\"Please read this interesting article\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"social-share-button__share-label\">Share<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"social-share-button__copy-label\" hidden>Copy Link<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"social-share-button__copy-tooltip\" aria-hidden=\"true\" hidden>Copied<\/span>\n\t\t<\/button>\n\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<\/header>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-author has-dark-background-color alignfull\">\n\t<div class=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"col\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"co-authors\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t<div class=\"entry-author-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<a class=\"entry-author\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sage.com\/en-gb\/blog\/author\/staceymcintosh\/\">\n\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sage.com\/en-gb\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2018\/11\/Stacey-McIntosh-350-1.jpg\" class=\"entry-author__image\" alt=\"\" \/>\t\t\t\t<span class=\"entry-author__name\">Stacey McIntosh<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Have any of your clients received an online message or letter from HMRC confirming that they\u2019ve been signed up for Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As an accountant or bookkeeper supporting sole trader or landlord clients, some of them may be in touch soon with questions for you on what it means and what to do next.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some of them might be surprised that HMRC has contacted them. Others may be worried that they\u2019ll face a penalty or have done something wrong.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">HMRC is automatically signing up taxpayers whose records show they should be using <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sage.com\/en-gb\/making-tax-digital\/accountants\/\">MTD for Income Tax<\/a> but haven\u2019t signed up for the service, either themselves or via an agent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this article, we discuss how the HMRC-led sign-up to MTD works, the actions your clients need to take and how your practice can support them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s what we cover&#8230;<\/p>\n\n\n<?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\"><ul><li><a href=\"#h-overview-of-the-hmrc-led-sign-up-to-mtd-programme\" data-level=\"2\">Overview of the HMRC-led sign-up to MTD programme<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-what-the-hmrc-led-sign-up-to-mtd-actually-means\" data-level=\"2\">What the HMRC-led sign-up to MTD actually means<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-if-hmrc-hasnt-signed-your-client-up-yet-take-control-now\" data-level=\"2\">If HMRC hasn&rsquo;t signed your client up yet, take control now<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-what-to-do-if-hmrc-has-signed-up-your-client\" data-level=\"2\">What to do if HMRC has signed up your client<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-final-thoughts\" data-level=\"2\">Final thoughts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-overview-of-the-hmrc-led-sign-up-to-mtd-programme\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Overview of the HMRC-led sign-up to MTD programme<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As you know, MTD for Income Tax came into force in April 2026. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An individual generally needs to use it if they\u2019re registered for Self Assessment, receive income from self-employment or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sage.com\/en-gb\/blog\/making-tax-digital-accountants-prepare-landlord-clients\/\">property<\/a>, their combined qualifying income was more than \u00a350,000 in the 2024\/25 tax year, and no exemption applies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For any eligible taxpayers who haven\u2019t already registered for MTD, either themselves or via an agent, HMRC confirmed it will be signing them up from September 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The current <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/guidance\/check-what-to-do-if-hmrc-has-signed-you-up-for-making-tax-digital-for-income-tax\">automatic sign-up exercise<\/a> applies to people required to use MTD for Income Tax for 2026\/27 whose records show qualifying income over \u00a350,000 in 2024\/25 and who haven\u2019t already signed up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The sign-up confirmation isn\u2019t, by itself, a penalty notice. HMRC says no penalty points apply for missing quarterly update deadlines for 2026\/27. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, affected clients must still keep digital records, send all required <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sage.com\/en-gb\/blog\/mtd-quarterly-update-accountants-bookkeepers\/\">quarterly updates<\/a> before submitting the tax return, submit the return on time and pay tax due by the relevant deadline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-what-the-hmrc-led-sign-up-to-mtd-actually-means\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What the HMRC-led sign-up to MTD actually means<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One key point to communicate to any of your clients who are automatically signed up by HMRC is that it doesn\u2019t mean they\u2019re fully set up for MTD for Income Tax.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">HMRC has signed up clients using information that it already holds and the process covers the initial registration. It doesn\u2019t complete the setup of MTD or any required compliance work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That\u2019s where you come in\u2014to review that information and complete a series of follow-up steps. Your practice can play an important role here, helping your clients to meet their required obligations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some of them may assume the communications from HMRC confirms everything has been done and they\u2019re ready to use the service. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But actually, additional work that needs to be carried out, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Checking the client\u2019s authorisation and MTD status in the agent services account<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Checking and confirming the client\u2019s income sources<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Setting up digital records and creating them from the start of the tax year<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choosing and authorising MTD-compatible software<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Identifying any missed obligations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-if-hmrc-hasnt-signed-your-client-up-yet-take-control-now\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">If HMRC hasn\u2019t signed your client up yet, take control now<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">HMRC-led sign-up is happening in stages, so there may still be time to act. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Review any remaining clients who should already be using MTD. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If HMRC hasn\u2019t signed them up yet, you can still lead the process yourself, giving you the opportunity to check their current circumstances and get the position right from the start.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-what-to-do-if-hmrc-has-signed-up-your-client\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to do if HMRC has signed up your client<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-1-check-your-client-s-hmrc-records-and-agent-authorisation\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Check your client\u2019s HMRC records and agent authorisation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Start by checking that the records held by HMRC for your client are up to date.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">HMRC is starting from information held from the client\u2019s 2024\/25 return. But only you know what has happened since.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use the agent services account and the relevant MTD for Income Tax service to confirm that the required authorisation is in place, verify the client\u2019s identity details and status, and review the income sources HMRC has created.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And let your clients know that they should contact your practice straight away if they receive communications from HMRC on being automatically signed up to MTD, especially if anything has changed since their 2024\/25 tax return.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Examples include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Their self-employment or property business has stopped trading<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They\u2019ve got a new self-employment or property income source<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The income source information is incorrect<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You believe they qualify for an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sage.com\/en-gb\/blog\/am-i-excluded-from-mtd-for-income-tax\/\">exemption from MTD<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some changes can be dealt with through the service, but changes such as a business name, address or description may require direct contact with HMRC. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That\u2019s another reason to review remaining clients before HMRC acts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Spotting any issues now and resolving them means the chance of compliance issues cropping up later in the tax year can be reduced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-2-review-software-readiness\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Review software readiness<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The HMRC sign-up process provides an opportunity for your practice to identify clients still relying on paper records or who have infrequent bookkeeping processes in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As you know, your clients need to use MTD-compatible software and this is a good chance to see who needs to start using it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Check that the chosen product (or combination of products) supports all of the client\u2019s relevant income sources, their accounting period and the tasks the client or your practice will perform.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A solution such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sage.com\/en-gb\/products\/sage-sole-trader\/\">Sage Sole Trader<\/a> can help simplify the process for your clients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It can help them record and categorise transactions, prepare and send supported MTD quarterly updates, and view an indicative tax estimate based on the information entered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, your clients remain responsible for checking that records are complete and accurate, and for meeting filing and payment deadlines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re managing multiple MTD clients, using a consistent software platform may help you to standardise your processes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-3-support-your-clients-with-digital-record-keeping\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Support your clients with digital record-keeping<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If HMRC has automatically signed your clients up for MTD, there\u2019s a possibility that they\u2019ve not created digital records from the start of the tax year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That means they might need to do the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Import their bank transactions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enter their expenses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Record any historical income<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complete any MTD quarterly updates that are overdue.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a client only getting started now, that could mean five months or more of transactions to bring into their digital records \u2013 with the next quarterly deadline on 7 November.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The aim shouldn\u2019t simply be to clear the backlog. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use the catch up to put better record-keeping habits and a repeatable workflow in place for both now and the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-4-prepare-for-a-rise-in-queries-from-clients\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Prepare for a rise in queries from clients<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If HMRC gets in touch with your clients, they\u2019ll be likely to turn to you first for support. With that in mind, you could prepare the following in advance:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Standard client communications on MTD<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>FAQ documents on the MTD process<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>MTD webinars<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>MTD onboarding checklists<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Recommendations on software to use<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Information about the support services on offer from your practice.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Having that information in place means you can provide your clients with the support they need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Preparing reusable communications and checklists may help your practice handle enquiries more consistently. Early engagement may also support service planning and client understanding, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-final-thoughts\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final thoughts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some of your clients might feel a bit unsettled if they\u2019ve received a letter from HMRC to let them know they\u2019ve been automatically signed up to MTD for Income Tax.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But it provides the ideal opportunity for your practice to support them with MTD. After all, the sign-up process is only the first step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your clients will still need to check and verify their information, choose MTD-compatible software, keep up with digital record-keeping, and submit their quarterly updates and tax return. They\u2019ll look to you for support and guidance on all of this. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The priority now is to review your MTD client base. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For clients HMRC hasn\u2019t reached yet, take control: check their position and act before HMRC does. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For those already signed up, regain control: verify what HMRC holds, catch up the digital records and establish the right workflow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Take control. Catch up. 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