Tax credit claimants are asked to renew  tax credits claims once a year.

By the 28 June, everyone who makes a claim for tax credits should receive a tax credit renewal pack. It is important to renew your claim to ensure that you have been paid and continue to be paid the correct amount.

What will I receive in my renewal pack?

This will depend upon your own circumstances, but you will receive either just an Annual Review Notice or the Annual Review Notice plus an Annual Declaration form.

If you are expecting a pack and have not received one by 28 June, then you should contact the tax credit helpline.

How do I renew my tax credit claim?

If you have received a pack which contains just an Annual Review Notice, your claim will be renewed automatically but you do need to make sure that you contact the tax credit office if you have had any changes in circumstances, your income is different to what’s shown in the notice, or there are mistakes or missing details.

If your pack also contains the Annual Declaration form then you will need to renew your claim. This can be done by completing that form and returning it, or by calling the tax credit helpline. A claim cannot be renewed online.

What is the tax credit renewal deadline?

The renewal deadline is normally 31 July, but your pack will state an alternative date if this does not apply to you. The sooner you renew, the sooner the tax office can make sure you have and are receiving the right amount of money.

As part of the renewal process you will need to provide the amount of your total income. This is often where we get involved and if you need assistance with the calculation of this then please contact us.