HMRC no longer taking calls for subcontractor verifications

HMRC have confirmed in the latest Employer Bulletin that changes will be made to the subcontractor verifications in the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) from 6 April 2017.

From 6 April 2017, contractors must use an approved method of electronic communication for subcontractor verifications.

So from 6 April 2017 HMRC will no longer accept any telephone calls to verify subcontractors and from then contractors must verify subcontractors using:

the free HMRC CIS online service, or
commercial CIS software.

This change is one of a series made to CIS to increase HMRC efficiency and accuracy, and to reduce administration. HMRC are also reminding contractors that they have also introduced additional features of the online system including the ability to amend returns online, and the addition of an online message/alert service.

Contact us on 0114 2671617 or email for for further help or advice regarding any CIS issues or queries.

Internet link: Employer Bulletin

Jo Grant

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