As beauticians, hairdressers, barbers and similar service providers are seen as independent contractors, when it comes to tax, it is not necessary to have a special licence to act as an independent contractor. However, as you are considered self-employed, you will need to file your self-assessment tax returns and pay your tax bills to HMRC every year. If you are not sure about anything regarding self-assessment tax returns, tax bills or dealing with the HMRC as an independent contractor, please contact Tax Bite today.