Register as self employed - Further Information

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Self Employment and Self Assessment
Being self employed means you will need to complete an annual Self Assessment Return. This page answers frequently asked questions on this subject.

Starting up in business
These pages aim to help you understand some of the many things you need to think about when you're running a business, especially the main tax and National Insurance issues.

Help from HM Revenue & Customs Advice Teams
If you're thinking of working for yourself or have just started, why not arrange to attend a free workshop with HM Revenue & Customs Advice Teams? They can give you practical advice on the tax matters that will affect you: record-keeping, filling in and filing your tax return - and what to do if you take someone on.

Giving your business the best start with tax (PDF 543K)
Showing you the ropes, getting things moving, finding help when you need it.

SE1 - Thinking of working for yourself? (PDF 201K)
We'll show you how to get things moving, where to get help, how to register your business.