HMRC email updates, videos and webinars for Self Assessment
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-27)

Learn more about getting started with Self Assessment including registration, tax returns, tax bills and payments.

Subscribe to receive email updates

Subscribe to the HMRC help and support email service (https://subscriptions.hmrc.gov.uk) to get information on a wide range of topics for individuals, businesses, employers and agents.

You can also:
- make changes to your topic subscriptions
- unsubscribe from the service whenever you want
Registering and joining webinars

You can register for webinars in advance but we recommend you join each webinar 5 minutes before the start.

Get help with Self Assessment

Watch videos on YouTube to learn about:
- starting Self Assessment (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8EcnheDt1zggFxkg-nMgS35aQBkqaqvL), including why you’ve been sent a tax return and how to register for Self Assessment
- key information if you are new to Self Assessment (https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8EcnheDt1zh7UQRgNwYGK-Kotk6LG_TG&feature=shared), including budgeting and payments
- your online Self Assessment tax return (https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8EcnheDt1zjwEnYsIxUtebFmcOrDF1gj&feature=shared), including how to start and finish your return, the different sections of the return, and your calculation and payments
- how to fill in your tax return (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8EcnheDt1zi_oCPYLN-oa_zzf8L2Tqwa)
- how to fill in your tax return if you’re self-employed (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8EcnheDt1zhBFuWSc1A-9VOsA3BIZXhL) including allowable expenses
- UK property income (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8EcnheDt1zh5Yjk8_LaPczeX98PsF63T) including allowable expenses
- student and postgraduate loan repayments (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8EcnheDt1zg1bGz766mHjxWL4g0J_knY) and what you need to show on your tax return
- Self Assessment tax bills and penalties (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8EcnheDt1zghUiaV1UaupNJeBKri4wp-), including what your tax bill may include, the different ways you can pay and how to appeal a late filing penalty
If you are filling in a Self Assessment tax return for the first time

Watch a video about completing your first Self Assessment tax return.

My first Self Assessment tax return (https://youtu.be/yhnpUsixdhs)

You will learn about:
- how to register
- tax return due dates
- what information you will need to complete your tax return
- viewing your calculation
- submitting your return
This video is also available to watch in Welsh.

Fy Ffurflen Dreth Hunanasesiad gyntaf (https://youtu.be/w05dSL3pew4)

New to Self Assessment — an introduction

Live Webinar

Register for the next live webinar about an introduction to Self Assessment (https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/rt/3318158318243295834?source=Gov).

This webinar provides an introduction for those new to Self Assessment. You will learn about:
- key dates
- the online tax return
- more commonly used sections of the online tax return
- the paper tax return
- where to find further help and support
Recorded webinar

Watch a recorded webinar about being new to Self Assessment — an introduction (https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3862415473505484124).

New to Self Assessment — records, budgeting and payments

Live Webinar

Register for the next live webinar about records, budgeting and payments (https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/rt/4080254016710748758?source=Gov) for those new to Self Assessment.

This webinar provides information about Self Assessment records and will help you prepare for your Self Assessment tax bill. You will learn about:
- amending your tax return after you’ve sent it
- record keeping
- budgeting for your tax bill
- paying your Self Assessment tax bill
- the HMRC app and online tax accounts
- resolving problems with the online services and
- some helpful hints and tips
Recorded webinar

Watch a recorded webinar about being new to Self Assessment — budgeting and payments (https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2473080277229247581).

Starting your online tax return

Live Webinar

Register for the next live webinar about starting your online tax return (https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/rt/7292687243978664535?source=Gov).

You will learn about how to get started with your online Self Assessment tax return, including:
- who must send a tax return
- starting your tax return
- the ‘Tell us about you’ page
- tailoring your tax return
Recorded webinar

Watch a recorded webinar about starting your online tax return (https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/972197424373210720).

The employment section of your online tax return

Live webinar

Register for the next live webinar about the employment section of your online tax return (https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/rt/2384193559191427164?source=Gov).

You will learn about filling in the employment page of your online Self Assessment tax return. You will learn about:
- employment records you’ll need
- the employment page of your tax return
- showing taxable employment benefits and expenses
- claiming tax relief on work related expenses
- how to tell us about student loan and postgraduate loan deductions
Recorded webinar

Watch a recorded webinar about the employment section of your online tax return (https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5153684125270573653).

The self-employment section of your online tax return

Live webinar

Register for the next live webinar about the self-employment section of your online tax return (https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/rt/4313107489729012318?source=Gov).

You will learn about how to complete the self-employment section of your online Self Assessment tax return. You will learn about:
- the details of your business and your turnover
- expenses
- capital allowances and balancing charges
- other tax adjustments
- the losses page
- tax deducted and Class 4 National Insurance
- Class 2 National Insurance
Recorded webinar

Watch a recorded webinar about the self-employment section of your online tax return (https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1888418264775909977).

The UK property section of your online tax return

Live webinar

Register for the next live webinar about the UK property section of your online tax return (https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/rt/2846984600392165718?source=Gov).

You will learn about filling in the UK property section of your online Self Assessment tax return, including:
- rent a room relief and joint lettings
- the qualifying conditions for furnished holiday lettings
- when to record income and expenses
- the property income allowance
- the property expenses page
- adjustments for other property income
- profits and losses for other property income
Recorded webinar

Watch a recorded webinar about the UK property section of your online tax return (https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3967959790761935704).

Other income and tax reliefs on your online tax return

Live webinar

Register for the next live webinar about other income and tax reliefs on your online tax return (https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/rt/6780030051923789143?source=Gov).

You will learn about:
- bank interest
- dividend income
- state pensions
- other state benefits
- work pensions
- High Income Child Benefit Charge
- payments into pensions
- payments to charity
- blind persons relief
- marriage allowance
Recorded webinar

Watch a recorded webinar about other income and tax reliefs on your online tax return (https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5125925854715529816).

Finishing your online tax return

Live webinar

Register for the next live webinar about finishing your online tax return (https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/rt/3096512167246248539?source=Gov).

You will learn how you finish your online Self Assessment tax return. You will learn about:
- underpaid tax and other debts
- overpaid tax
- what to do if you’ve not paid enough tax
- checking your return
- saving and submitting your return
- amending your return after you’ve sent it
Recorded webinar

Watch a recorded webinar about finishing your online tax return (https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2945873572788977240).

Your Self Assessment calculation and payments

Live webinar

Register for the next live webinar about your Self Assessment calculation and payments (https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/rt/5049212932339331167?source=Gov).

You will learn about:
- what’s included in your calculation
- payments on account
- the full Self Assessment calculation
- what to pay and when
- budget payment plans
- payments already made
- how to pay
- what to do if you cannot pay on time
Recorded webinar

Watch a recorded webinar about your Self Assessment calculation and payments (https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2727522658142352725).

Understand your Self Assessment statement

Watch a video to help you understand your Self Assessment statement.

Understanding your Self Assessment statement (https://youtu.be/pH267df4XEg).

You will find out:
- how to check how much you owe
- how to pay
- how to check how much you have paid
- why your statement shows a balance due when you have already paid
- why your balance shows nothing is due, but you have not paid anything
- what to do if you think your statement is wrong
- what to do if you cannot pay your tax bill
- how to check how much you have left to pay
This video is also available to watch in Welsh.

Deall eich datganiad Hunanasesiad (https://youtu.be/6KJ3EeeTVwM).

Double Taxation Relief and foreign income

Watch a video about Double Taxation Relief and foreign income.

Double Taxation Relief and foreign income (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JtDG5cAsKww)

You will find out:
- what Double Taxation Relief is
- how to claim relief for tax paid on foreign income when a double taxation agreement (DTA) is in place
- what records to keep
Foreign income and what you need to report

Watch a video about foreign income and what you need to report to HMRC.

Do I need to declare foreign income to HMRC (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=seKrMO8oWic)

You will find out:
- what foreign income is
- how and when to tell us about foreign income you have received
- how to tell us about foreign income received in previous years
How to budget for your Self Assessment tax bill

Watch a video about how to budget for your Self Assessment tax bill.

How do I budget for my Self Assessment tax bill (https://youtu.be/9UirliRDH4I).

You will learn about:
- setting up a Budget Payment Plan
- how to estimate your Self Assessment tax bill
- making one-off payments through your online bank account
- payment deadlines
Use the HMRC app to make a Self Assessment payment

Watch a video about how to use the HMRC app to make a Self Assessment payment.

How to use the HMRC app to make a Self Assessment payment (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FizsvQbH-xM)

You will learn about:
- how to view your payment summary
- how to get the HMRC app
- making a Self Assessment payment using the HMRC app
Set up a Time to Pay arrangement online for Self Assessment

Watch a video how to set up a Time to Pay arrangement online for Self Assessment.

How to set up a Time to Pay arrangement online for Self Assessment (https://youtu.be/C-DX9knDH7k)

You will learn about:
- setting up a payment plan online
- viewing a summary of your plan
- what to do if you cannot afford the online payment plan
- setting up a Direct Debit
How to add a tax through your business tax account

Watch a video about how to add a tax through your business tax account.

How do I add a tax to my business tax account (https://youtu.be/8cM1pGqH4PQ).

You will learn about the information you need to add a tax to your business tax account.

How to store your National Insurance number to your Apple or Google wallet

Watch a video about how to safely store your National Insurance number.

How to store your National Insurance number to your Apple or Google wallet (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LSsbGB_dLvs).

You will learn how to add your National Insurance number to your Apple or Google wallet using:
- the HMRC app
- your HMRC online account
Cryptoassets and paying tax

Watch a video about how crypto transactions are taxed for individuals.

Cryptoassets and paying tax (https://youtu.be/PJtKRHGV4iE).

You will learn about:
- categories
- disposal
- receiving crypto
- declaring income
Toolkits

There is a capital versus revenue expenditure toolkit (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/hmrc-capital-vs-revenue-expenditure-toolkit) and an Income Tax losses toolkit (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/hmrc-income-tax-losses-toolkit) available to help you complete your Self Assessment tax return.

State Pension and tax

Watch a collection of videos about the State Pension and tax.

The State Pension and tax (https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8EcnheDt1zjkQXFgWzPjpvkiMAqhhf5h&feature=shared).

You will learn about:
- how increases to the State Pension can affect your pay
- how to pay any tax due on your State Pension if it’s more than your Personal Allowance
Get more information

Find out more about Self Assessment tax returns (https://www.gov.uk/self-assessment-tax-returns).

You can also get help online for Self Assessment (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/help-online-for-self-assessment).