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Naturalisation: How to Provide Proof for New Self-Employment/Director Status Without Tax Returns?

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Naturalisation: How to Provide Proof for New Self-Employment/Director Status Without Tax Returns?

Post by dave101 » Wed Dec 11, 2024 9:36 am

Hi everyone,

I’m completing my naturalisation application and need clarification regarding the employment documentation requirements.
In the employment details section of the form, I’ve ticked multiple options, as I fall under different categories:
* I’m currently employed by Company ABC, where I receive my regular salary.
* I’m also a director of my own company, which was established just a few months ago.

The checklist mentions providing the most recent tax year account statement and corresponding HMRC tax return as proof of self-employment. However, since my company is new, I don’t yet have a tax return or account statement for it.

Given this situation:
1. Should I primarily provide documentation for my employment with Company ABC, such as payslips and employment verification, even though the checklist is asking for a tax year statement and HMRC tax return to prove self-employment?
2. Is there additional documentation I need to provide to address my status as a director, even if the company is too new to have generated tax returns?

3. Or shall I uncheck Self-employed option? I am a director but do not draw salary from that company and leave Employee and Direct Option Ticked?

I want to ensure I’m submitting the correct documents to avoid delays. Any advice or similar experiences would be greatly appreciated!
Thank you!

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Re: Naturalisation: How to Provide Proof for New Self-Employment/Director Status Without Tax Returns?

Post by contorted_svy » Wed Dec 11, 2024 10:14 am

Leave the option ticked and explain in a cover letter. If you set up the company this financial year they will know you can't have a tax return yet. Just supply the company number and your UTR for them to double check in a cover letter.
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Re: Naturalisation: How to Provide Proof for New Self-Employment/Director Status Without Tax Returns?

Post by dave101 » Wed Dec 11, 2024 10:41 am

contorted_svy wrote:
Wed Dec 11, 2024 10:14 am
Leave the option ticked and explain in a cover letter. If you set up the company this financial year they will know you can't have a tax return yet. Just supply the company number and your UTR for them to double check in a cover letter.
Thank you for the prompt response. Since I do not draw any salary or take benefits from the company for which I am a Director therefore I have not applied for a UTR yet. Are you suggesting applying for one now and including it in the cover letter.

Best,

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Re: Naturalisation: How to Provide Proof for New Self-Employment/Director Status Without Tax Returns?

Post by contorted_svy » Wed Dec 11, 2024 10:44 am

Just supply the details of the company. Maybe you should seek support from HMRC if you need a UTR or not.
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