HMRC will lower late payment and repayment interest rates for the first time in a year. This change has prompted HMRC to adjust its rates, which are tied to the base rate. The changes will take effect on 20 August.
From 20 August, the late payment interest rate will decrease to 7.5% from 7.75%, where it’s remained for the past 12 months. The repayment interest rate will drop to 4.0% from 4.25%.
Late payment interest’s set at the base rate plus 2.5%, while repayment interest’s set at the base rate minus 1%, with a lower limit of 0.5%.
Additionally, on 12 August, the corporation tax self-assessment interest rate for underpaid quarterly instalments will decrease to 6.0% from 6.25%.
As a result, HMRC will continue to pay lower interest on overpayments, with the rate decreasing to 4.75% from 5.0%. Similarly, the interest on overpaid quarterly instalments and early payments of corporation tax not due by instalments will also drop to 4.75% from 5.0%.
Despite the decrease in interest rate, we can help you ensure you’re not hit with the late payments in the first place. We’re here to assist you and your business.
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