HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) have reported that 4,409 individuals chose to file their tax returns on Christmas Day, getting their 2023-2024 tax affairs sorted well in advance of the 31 January deadline.

In total, 40,072 taxpayers submitted their returns over the festive period, demonstrating that even amidst holiday celebrations, there’s time for a bit of financial organisation.

Festive Filing Insights

The holiday statistics shed light on the filing habits of those who decided to take care of their tax obligations over Christmas:

  • Christmas Eve: The busiest day, with 23,731 returns submitted, as some opted to prioritise tax returns over last-minute shopping. The most popular filing hour was 11:00 to 11:59, with 3,458 submissions.
  • Christmas Day: 368 taxpayers filed their returns between 15:00 and 15:59, the most popular hour of the day.
  • Boxing Day: 11,932 returns were filed, with 1,108 submitted between 16:00 and 16:59, making it the busiest hour.

Benefits of Filing Early

Filing your tax return early not only provides peace of mind but also gives you more time to plan how to pay any tax due by 31 January.

If you’re unsure whether you need to complete a tax return or would like help with filing, feel free to get in touch with us at any time – we’re here to assist!

For more details, see: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/its-a-self-assessment-wrap-for-40000-festive-filers