What tax allowances are available in the United Kingdom: advice on Personal Allowance
Personal Allowance is the amount of income you can earn without paying income tax.
In the 2024–2025 tax year, it is £12,570. However, not every resident automatically benefits from the full allowance.
Our lawyers can help you:
- determine whether you are entitled to the full Personal Allowance;
- check whether your allowance has been reduced due to your income level or residency status;
- obtain official confirmation of your entitlement to the allowance if you live outside the United Kingdom;
- provide advice to non-residents who receive income from British sources.
This advice is particularly relevant for temporary migrants, students, self-employed persons and freelancers from abroad.
Who is eligible for Marriage Allowance and how do I apply?
Marriage Allowance is a tax relief that allows one spouse to transfer part of their Personal Allowance (up to £1,260) to the other if they pay income tax at a rate of 20%.
The legal marketplace Consultant provides support in the following cases:
- calculation of the benefits of Marriage Allowance depending on the income of both partners;
- checking eligibility (in particular, if one of the partners has a low income or is not working);
- assistance with submitting an application to HMRC online or by post;
- support in the event of a retroactive application (up to 4 years of taxes can be refunded).
We will also explain when Marriage Allowance is not beneficial and whether it is better to choose an alternative option — Married Couple's Allowance (under certain conditions).
Tax relief consultation: how not to lose your right to reduce your tax burden?
Many people lose out on benefits due to ignorance or errors in their tax returns.
During the consultation, we help you:
- collect all the necessary documents (P60, P45, Self Assessment, etc.);
- check whether the benefits have already been taken into account in your tax code;
- determine whether you are eligible for other additional allowances, such as Blind Person's Allowance or Marriage Tax Refund;
- correctly enter information on your tax return to avoid being denied allowances.
The consultation will be useful for those who are filing a tax return for the first time, as well as those who want to correct information already submitted or obtain a tax refund.
ConclusionConsultation on Personal Allowance and Marriage Allowance is a simple and effective way to reduce your tax burden, avoid mistakes and get a refund of overpaid funds. The Consultant legal marketplace provides comprehensive support with explanations, filing applications and protecting your tax rights in the United Kingdom.