Work out if you need to file an IR3 individual income return
At the end of each tax year (31 March) some taxpayers file an Individual income return (IR3) if they earned certain types of income, or income that hasn't had tax deducted, for example self-employed income, rental income. See "Find out more" below to learn about IR3 returns.
If we send you an IR3 return and you don't need to file one, please call us on 0800 377 774 and we'll update your details.
Use our online tool to find out if you need to file a return
From April each year, you can check if you need to file an IR3 return for the tax year just ended by using our Do you need to file an IR3 or receive a personal tax summary? tool under "Work it out".
Find out more
Next steps
- Options for filing your IR3 return
- Correcting errors on your return or summary of earnings
- Understanding your IR3 return assessment
Date published: 28 Aug 2009
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