HMRC Compliance Check Support
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We offer expert assistance to individuals and businesses undergoing HMRC compliance checks, ensuring the process is managed smoothly and your interests are protected.
HMRC compliance checks (also known as tax investigations or enquiries) can be complex and stressful. Our experienced team provides clear guidance and hands-on support throughout, helping you respond accurately and efficiently.
Our HMRC Compliance Check Services Include:
- Pre-Check Preparation
Reviewing your records and tax filings to identify potential issues and prepare a robust response.
- Representation & Communication
Acting as your authorised representative to liaise directly with HMRC on your behalf, ensuring professional and consistent communication.
- Document Management
Organising and submitting requested documents and explanations promptly and accurately.
- Risk Assessment & Strategy
Evaluating the scope and focus of the check to advise on risk areas and compliance improvements.
- Negotiation & Settlement
Assisting with discussions around penalties, interest, and potential settlements to minimise financial impact.
- Post-Check Advisory
Providing recommendations on processes and controls to reduce the likelihood of future HMRC enquiries.
Our goal is to guide you confidently through the compliance check process—protecting your reputation, reducing stress, and ensuring the best possible outcome.
The UK Non-Domicile Regime
The UK’s new non-domicile (non-dom) rules, effective from April 6, 2017, introduced significant changes to the taxation of non-domiciled individuals who have been UK residents for 15 of the past 20 years. Our advisory services help clients understand and navigate these complex regulations to optimise their tax position while ensuring compliance.
New Non-Dom Regime — Effective April 2025
From 6 April 2025, the UK will abolish the current non-domicile regime and replace it with a residence-based system. This change affects how foreign income and gains are taxed for UK residents and is critical for non-domiciled individuals to understand and prepare for.
Key Features of the New Regime:
- Abolition of Non-Dom Status for Tax Purposes
The concept of non-domicile will no longer be relevant for UK tax purposes. Tax treatment will now depend solely on residence, not domicile. - New 4-Year Foreign Income & Gains (FIG) Exemption
Individuals who become UK tax resident after a period of 10 years of non-residence will be eligible for a 4-year exemption on foreign income and gains. These amounts will not be taxed in the UK and can be remitted without a tax charge. - End of Remittance Basis
The remittance basis of taxation (which allowed non-doms to defer or avoid UK tax on foreign income/gains not brought into the UK) will be scrapped entirely. - Transition Rules for Existing Non-Doms
Those currently claiming the remittance basis may benefit from temporary reliefs, including:- Rebasing of foreign assets to April 2019 values for CGT purposes.
- Temporary Repatriation Facility (TRF) – a limited window (2025–2026) during which certain foreign income/gains can be brought to the UK at a reduced 12% tax rate.
- Changes to Inheritance Tax (IHT) Rules
A future consultation is expected on moving IHT from a domicile-based system to a residence-based one. Likely proposals include:- IHT liability on worldwide assets after 10 years of UK residence.
- Continued exposure to UK IHT for 10 years after leaving the UK.
Non-Dom Regime Services Include:
- Status Assessment & Modelling
Evaluating your current and future domicile status and modelling the tax implications over time. - Tax Planning Strategies
Advising on structuring income, assets, and trusts to minimise tax liabilities under the new rules. - Compliance & Disclosure
Assisting with tax returns, disclosures, and communications with HMRC in respect of domicile status and related liabilities. - Inheritance Tax Planning
Providing tailored strategies to address inheritance tax exposure as a deemed domicile.
We help non-domiciled individuals and families navigate the complexities of the new regime, ensuring they are fully compliant while optimising their tax and estate planning.