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Exemptions & Deferrals

Find out if you qualify for an exemption or deferral from MTD.

Not everyone must join MTD from day one. This section explains permanent exemptions, digital exclusion applications, temporary deferrals (including SA109 filers), and partnership rules so you can confirm your status before investing in software.

List of MTD exemptions

Which exemptions and deferrals exist for Making Tax Digital for Income Tax, and who may qualify.

How to apply for an exemption

How to apply to HMRC for an exemption from Making Tax Digital for Income Tax, and what evidence you may need.

Digital exclusion definition and application process

What digital exclusion means under Making Tax Digital for Income Tax, and how to apply if you cannot use digital tools.

Temporary MTD exemptions for 2026/27

Temporary exemptions and deferrals for the 2026/27 Making Tax Digital for Income Tax cohort, and how long they last.

Partnership rules and timeline

How Making Tax Digital for Income Tax applies to partnerships, and when partnership rules take effect.

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