HMRC app sees 65% rise in self assessment payments

19 Jan 2026

HMRC is reminding taxpayers due to submit their self assessment tax returns that there are many different payment options ahead of the 31 January deadline.

Nearly 340,000 taxpayers have already filed their returns using the HMRC app, it revealed. This represents a 65% increase compared to the same period last year.

People who are unable to pay any tax owed in full may be able to set up a Time To Pay arrangement if they meet the eligibility criteria and they owe less than £30,000.

HMRC stressed that there are many alternative options for paying any tax owed, including paying directly through a bank account, direct debit or paying online via GOV.UK.

Myrtle Lloyd, Chief Customer Officer at HMRC, said: 'The self assessment deadline is less than one month away, and thousands of people have already paid their tax bill via the HMRC app. It is quick and easy to do, and you can also see your payment history. Search 'download the HMRC app' on GOV.UK to access the app and make your self assessment payment.'