How to spot if HMRC correspondence is real or not

We get a number of questions from clients who have had a call or email purporting to be from HMRC and asking for money. These scams are becoming increasingly sophisticated but helps is at hand.

HMRC have updated guidance about genuine HMRC contact and recognising phishing emails and texts.View the updated guidance at Genuine HMRC contact and recognising phishing emails and texts.

Speak to your accountant if you are ever unsure if a piece of correspondence is legitimate.