9 June 2022 6:51

UK Self Assessment benefit in Kind

Do benefits in-kind go on self assessment?

If you registered for self assessment (eg you are a company director) then you will need to include details of any benefits in kind, from your P11D, on your self-assessment tax return.

Are benefits in-kind taxable UK?

As an employee who receives a BIK, you will be charged income tax. To calculate how much, you need to apply your personal income tax rate band (20% for basic rate, 40% for higher rate or 45% for additional rate) to the taxable value of the benefit, which HMRC defines as the cash equivalent.

How do I report benefit in-kind?

How do you report a benefit in kind? Benefits in kind are reported on a P11D form; as the benefit effectively increases your salary, there may be National Insurance contributions to be paid on them. It’s important to note that these contributions will be paid by the company, rather than the individual.

Do you have to pay tax on benefit in-kind?

For most types of benefit-in-kind, the law sets out how you should work out the value. You pay tax on the taxable value of the benefit.

Do I include Payrolled benefits on tax return?

You should include the following information: details of the benefits you have payrolled, for example car fuel – this can include what the benefits are, the value, the cash equivalent and which ones have been subject to PAYE tax. the amount you have payrolled for optional remuneration ( OpRA )

Do Payrolled benefits go on P11D?

The requirement to complete annual forms P11D for formally payrolled benefits is removed, reducing end of tax year administration. Employees are more likely to pay the correct tax due on their benefits during the tax year.

What is a P11D benefit in kind?

The P11D form is used to report benefits in kind. These are items or services which you (or your employees) receive from your company in addition to your salary, such as private healthcare, interest-free loans (to pay for train season tickets, for example) and company cars.