Your guide to MTD for Income Tax

Making Tax Digital for Income Tax (MTD IT) will be introduced for select individuals in phases between 2026 and 2028. This guide is your detailed introduction to MTD IT’s key points, along with our recommended next steps and top tips.

Read our guide to learn about:

  • What is changing and when
  • The quarterly submissions and end of year submission you will need to make
  • The penalties for late submissions and late tax payments
  • Actions to take now
  • MTD-compatible software available through BKL: Xero, Dext and Hammock
  • Flexible MTD IT support: our service options
  • Deferrals and exemptions from MTD IT

In addition to your existing contacts at BKL, our experienced team of MTD IT specialists are here to support you every step of the way. We will help you to:

  • Understand your requirements and plan for your submission deadlines
  • Make a stress-free transition to our recommended software (Dext, Xero, Hammock)
  • Choose a level of client support to suit your needs, working style and budget

For personalised support, get in touch for a chat today about what MTD IT means for you.

We also have general guidance available on our Making Tax Digital page.

Download our guide

This guide was last updated on: October 2025