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Communicating with HMRC online


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Using your software you can communicate directly with HMRC online. Under Real Time Information (RTI) all employers must submit their PAYE information to HMRC each pay period. HMRC can also send you messages relating to your employees. For example, notification of changes to employee details or a reply to a query about an employee's NI number.

Communicating with HMRC in this way:

Significantly speeds up the communication process.
Gives you the option to automatically apply the changes in messages from HMRC, rather than doing it manually in your software.
Ensures you are complying with Government legislation for online submissions.
Reduces the time you spend printing forms and posting the information.
Helps to reduce the impact of paper waste on the environment.

Getting started

Before communicating with HMRC online and making RTI submissions, you must perform the following set up tasks:

Task	How?
Register with HMRC so you can use their online service.	www.hmrc.gov.uk
Set up the security in your software so that the relevant users have access to the e-Submissions options.	Managing security
Enter the e-Submissions settings in your software to enable HMRC to identify you as a registered employer.	Entering e-Submissions settings

Tip: If you have multiple companies set up in Sage 50 Payroll under the same PAYE scheme, you can enter your e-Submissions Settings in one place. Find out more.

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