HMRC is the UK government department responsible for tax collection, including income tax, corporation tax, and VAT. UK expats and non-residents often need to contact HMRC for self-assessment queries, tax residency status, and National Insurance contributions.
Dial 0300 200 3300 directly (within the UK)
011 44 300 200 3300
011 44 300 200 3300
0011 44 300 200 3300
00 44 300 200 3300
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Call right when lines open at 8:00 AM GMT for shortest waits
Avoid calling in January (self-assessment deadline month)
Have your National Insurance number and UTR (Unique Taxpayer Reference) ready
Use HMRC online services first — many queries can be resolved online
Tuesday–Thursday, 8:00–9:00 AM GMT
HMRC online services: gov.uk — Personal Tax Account, Business Tax Account
HMRC app for mobile devices
Webchat available for certain queries on gov.uk
Yes. From abroad, dial +44 300 200 3300. The 0300 prefix is not accessible internationally — you must replace the leading 0 with +44. International calling rates will apply.
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Have your National Insurance number, UTR (Unique Taxpayer Reference) if self-employed, and any relevant reference numbers (e.g., employer PAYE reference, VAT number). HMRC will verify your identity before discussing your account.
Call Tuesday through Thursday between 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM GMT. Avoid Mondays and the entire month of January (self-assessment deadline). If calling from the Americas, morning GMT is early morning your time.
Yes. PhoneTheWorld lets you call any UK number from your browser. Just enter +44 300 200 3300 and click call. No app required, pay-as-you-go, credits never expire.
Yes. HMRC offers extensive online services at gov.uk, including Personal Tax Account, Business Tax Account, and webchat for certain queries. The HMRC mobile app is also available for basic tasks.
United States
The IRS is the US government agency responsible for tax collection and tax enforcement. US citizens and residents living abroad often need to contact the IRS for tax filing questions, stimulus payments, refund status, and identity verification.
Canada
The CRA is Canada federal tax authority. Common reasons to call from abroad include tax filing questions, residency status, T4 slips, GST/HST credits, and Canada Child Benefit inquiries for expats.
Australia
The ATO is Australia tax authority. Common reasons to call from abroad include tax file number queries, tax residency status, superannuation, and lodging tax returns while living overseas.
United Kingdom
HMRC Self Assessment handles tax returns for self-employed individuals, landlords, and those with complex tax affairs. British expats often need to contact this office for self assessment registration, tax return queries, and foreign income declarations while living abroad.