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The Marriage Allowance is a simple way for couples to save on tax.
You transfer £1,260 (10%) of your Personal Allowance to your husband, wife, or civil partner if they earn more than you.
In 2024/25 tax year, this reduces their tax by up to £260.
Yes, if:
You can backdate your claim by up to four years:
So if you claim now and backdate, your partner/spouse can get up to £1,020.
How to apply | Details |
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Who has to apply? | The low earning partner |
Where to apply? | online at HMRC’s website or you can call 0300 200 3300 |
What do you need? | both your NI numbers and passport or other IDs |
When is the deadline? | No deadline (but you can only claim for up to 4 tax years) |
HMRC will give your partner their extra allowance either:
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