How to check if HMRC has received your tax return

We've updated this guide on 2nd August 2019

After our accountants have filed your tax return with HMRC, it can take a few days to show up in the HMRC portal.

Meanwhile, the portal will automatically generate a submission receipt.

This is evidence that HMRC has received your tax return: if you ever want to confirm with them, quote the reference number on the submission receipt when you call HMRC.

How to check this inside the TaxScouts dashboard

Step 1

Log into your TaxScouts account and select the tax year you are looking to file a tax return for.

Then navigate to the tax return you wish to select, and click the “view”button.

Step 2

Scroll to the bottom of the page where it says “you can always access your tax return and other documents here”and click the “here” button.

Step 3

Click on “Tax returns & Calculations”.

From the drop-down menu that appears, you’ll be able to select and download your tax return, tax calculation, and HMRC submission.

Click and download your HMRC submission.

Step 4

Your HMRC submission receipt is proof that HMRC has received your tax return.

You can ring HMRC and quote the reference number on the submission receipt.

They’ll be able to confirm that they have indeed received it.

Still need help?

If you need help with any help with finding your HMRC submission receipt, log in to your TaxScouts account and click on the blue “Help/Chat” icon located on the bottom right side of your account.

Our support team will be happy to help.

More guides & useful information

How TaxScouts works

1. Simple online tax assessment

Our online tax-bot will go over your tax situation and will make sure you won’t overpay your taxes.

2. Chat to human advisors

You can talk to one of our tax assistants at any time during the process when you have any questions.

3. We’ll sort your documents online

We’ll tell you exactly what documents you need and sort them for you online. You just upload them or snap a picture with your phone.

4. Everything gets prepared for you

Your certified accountant will go over your details & prepare your tax return for you to review. It will be filed on your behalf once you approve it.

Get started

"I was very sceptical hitting the pay…"

…but my accountant did absolutely everything and took all of the hassle out of doing a tax return.

Wesley Thompson

"Very fast"

Very fast and gave good advice I will be using every year

Wayne L

"Brilliant service"

Surprised by how easy the process was. Additionally it's saved me money, so all round a win.

Jo B

Who our service is for

First time tax filers

We have a simple online service that guides you through the entire process. Regardless of your reasons for doing your tax return we'll help you get it done right.

Construction workers

We'll prepare your self assessment and help to maximise your CIS tax refund. We have the lowest fees in the industry and you don't have to pay up front if you're eligible for a refund.

People living overseas

Our service allows people living abroad to prepare their income tax return online. We are able to process all returns regardless of your current country of residence.

Company directors

UK company directors are required to file their self assessment annually. TaxScouts handles this through a simple online process.

Landlords

Long Lets, Airbnb, Capital Gains. TaxScouts will sort out your self assessment and take away the worry of tracking all the recent tax changes.

Self-employed

TaxScouts ensures the self employed don't overpay on their taxes. We'll help you benefit from all the tax breaks and deductions that can be applied to your return.

And for everyone else who needs to do their self assessment

At TaxScouts we appreciate that tax returns are highly individual. Before you get assigned an accountant we make sure to understand your circumstances and help you build your optimal tax profile.