Where to Find Your Tax Identification Number (UTR) in the UK

Learn how to locate your UK Tax Identification Number (UTR) on HMRC documents or online account, and what to do if you can't find it.

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In the UK, your Tax Identification Number (TIN) is known as your Unique Taxpayer Reference (UTR). You can find your UTR on documents from HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) such as your tax return, Your HMRC online account also displays your UTR. If you can't find any documents and don't have access to your online account, you can contact HMRC directly for assistance.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What is a Unique Taxpayer Reference (UTR) in the UK? A UTR is a 10-digit number issued by HM Revenue & Customs to identify individual taxpayers for tax purposes.
  2. How can I access my UTR if I’ve lost my tax documents? You can find your UTR by logging into your HMRC online account or by contacting HMRC directly for assistance.
  3. Is my National Insurance number the same as my UTR? No, the National Insurance number and the UTR are different; the UTR is specifically used for tax purposes.