Our Comprehensive Accounting Calendar meticulously outlines crucial deadlines within the financial year for the entire United Kingdom, encompassing England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. This essential tool is designed to guide you through the myriad of important financial dates, ensuring that you can take appropriate and timely action. Whether it’s preparing for tax submissions, meeting reporting requirements, or planning financial strategies, our calendar serves as your reliable assistant, helping you navigate the fiscal landscape with ease and efficiency. By leveraging this resource, you’re empowered to manage your financial obligations proactively, ensuring compliance and optimal financial planning throughout the year.

UK Accounting Calendar 2024

Covering Key Tax, VAT, Payroll, and Compliance Deadlines

April 2024

  • 5 April 2024 – End of the 2023/24 tax year.
  • 6 April 2024 – Start of the 2024/25 tax year. New personal allowances and tax rates come into effect.
  • 19 April 2024 – Deadline for final PAYE (RTI) submission for 2023/24.
  • 22 April 2024 – Deadline for electronic PAYE payments for March 2024.
  • 30 April 2024 – Corporation Tax payment due for companies with a 31 July 2023 year-end.

May 2024

  • 1 May 2024 – Deadline for submitting VAT return for the quarter ending 31 March 2024.
  • 7 May 2024 – Electronic VAT payment deadline for the quarter ending 31 March 2024.
  • 19 May 2024 – Deadline for filing final 2023/24 PAYE returns (P14 & P35).
  • 31 May 2024 – Employers must issue P60s to employees for 2023/24.

June 2024

  • 1 June 2024 – VAT return deadline for quarter ending 30 April 2024.
  • 7 June 2024 – VAT payment deadline for the quarter ending 30 April 2024.
  • 19 June 2024 – Deadline for PAYE & NICs payments (postal).
  • 22 June 2024 – Electronic PAYE/NICs payment deadline for May payroll.
  • 30 June 2024 – Corporation Tax due for companies with a 30 September 2023 year-end.

July 2024

  • 5 July 2024 – Deadline for employers to agree PAYE Settlement Agreements (PSA) for 2023/24.
  • 6 July 2024 – Deadline for submitting P11D and P11D(b) returns.
  • 7 July 2024 – VAT payment deadline for the quarter ending 31 May 2024.
  • 19 July 2024 – Class 1A NICs due on P11D benefits.
  • 22 July 2024 – Electronic PAYE/NICs payment deadline for June payroll.
  • 31 July 2024 – Second payment on account for Self-Assessment due.

August 2024

  • 1 August 2024 – VAT return deadline for quarter ending 30 June 2024.
  • 7 August 2024 – VAT payment deadline for the quarter ending 30 June 2024.
  • 19 August 2024 – Postal deadline for PAYE/NICs payments.
  • 22 August 2024 – Electronic PAYE/NICs payment deadline for July payroll.

September 2024

  • 1 September 2024 – VAT return deadline for quarter ending 31 July 2024.
  • 7 September 2024 – VAT payment deadline for quarter ending 31 July 2024.
  • 19 September 2024 – Postal PAYE/NICs payment deadline.
  • 22 September 2024 – Electronic PAYE/NICs payment deadline for August payroll.
  • 30 September 2024 – Corporation Tax due for companies with a 31 December 2023 year-end.

October 2024

  • 1 October 2024 – VAT return deadline for quarter ending 31 August 2024.
  • 5 October 2024 – Deadline to register for Self-Assessment if not previously registered.
  • 7 October 2024 – VAT payment deadline for the quarter ending 31 August 2024.
  • 19 October 2024 – Postal PAYE/NICs payment deadline.
  • 22 October 2024 – Electronic PAYE/NICs payment deadline for September payroll.
  • 31 October 2024 – Deadline for paper Self-Assessment tax return submissions.

November 2024

  • 1 November 2024 – VAT return deadline for quarter ending 30 September 2024.
  • 7 November 2024 – VAT payment deadline for the quarter ending 30 September 2024.
  • 19 November 2024 – Postal PAYE/NICs payment deadline.
  • 22 November 2024 – Electronic PAYE/NICs payment deadline for October payroll.

December 2024

  • 1 December 2024 – VAT return deadline for quarter ending 31 October 2024.
  • 7 December 2024 – VAT payment deadline for the quarter ending 31 October 2024.
  • 19 December 2024 – Postal PAYE/NICs payment deadline.
  • 22 December 2024 – Electronic PAYE/NICs payment deadline for November payroll.
  • 31 December 2024 – Corporation Tax due for companies with a 31 March 2024 year-end.

January 2025

  • 1 January 2025 – VAT return deadline for quarter ending 30 November 2024.
  • 7 January 2025 – VAT payment deadline for quarter ending 30 November 2024.
  • 19 January 2025 – Postal PAYE/NICs payment deadline.
  • 22 January 2025 – Electronic PAYE/NICs payment deadline for December payroll.
  • 31 January 2025 – Self-Assessment tax return and balancing payment deadline.

February 2025

  • 1 February 2025 – VAT return deadline for quarter ending 31 December 2024.
  • 7 February 2025 – VAT payment deadline for the quarter ending 31 December 2024.
  • 19 February 2025 – Postal PAYE/NICs payment deadline.
  • 22 February 2025 – Electronic PAYE/NICs payment deadline for January payroll.

March 2025

  • 1 March 2025 – VAT return deadline for quarter ending 31 January 2025.
  • 7 March 2025 – VAT payment deadline for the quarter ending 31 January 2025.
  • 19 March 2025 – Postal PAYE/NICs payment deadline.
  • 22 March 2025 – Electronic PAYE/NICs payment deadline for February payroll.
  • 31 March 2025 – Corporation Tax due for companies with a 30 June 2024 year-end.