‘One month left to register’ HMRC warns conveyancers
Summary
HMRC is reminding eligible tax advisers, including conveyancers who submit stamp duty returns for clients, to complete mandatory registration before 18 August 2026. The new regime is intended to improve transparency and may restrict advisers who fail to register from acting on behalf of clients, with potential financial penalties for non-compliance.
Why it matters
Conveyancers handling SDLT returns may need to confirm whether they fall within the new registration requirements and ensure they are properly set up to continue interacting with HMRC. This is relevant to practice compliance, client service continuity and avoiding sanctions.
Key points
- HMRC has set a registration deadline of 18 August 2026 for eligible tax advisers.
- Conveyancers who submit stamp duty returns on behalf of clients are included in the scope mentioned.
- Failure to register on time may restrict advisers from acting for clients and could lead to financial penalties.
- Registration is free and completed online, with guidance and an interactive checker available on GOV.UK.
- Advisers with an existing agent services account do not need to register again at this stage.
Organisations:
HMRC, GOV.UK, Today’s Conveyancer
Regulations:
Modernising and Mandating Tax Adviser Registration (MMTAR), agent services account (ASA)
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