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A tax credit overpayment can happen if: - you give incorrect or incomplete information when making or renewing a claim - you fail to notify a change of circumstance - you don’t report significant increases in income - you don’t renew your tax credits on time - HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) make an error. This guide explain more about them and what to do if you think you have been overpaid.
Report relevant changes straight away – see HMRC guidance on HMRC guidance on changes that you need to report about tax credits (link opens in a new window) Renew your tax credits on time by checking and returning the declaration by 31st July – see HMRC guidance on renewing your tax credits( link opens in a new window) Check the renewal documents carefully and make sure that you give accurate and up-to-date information Check all award notices carefully and report any mistakes about your circumstances. See HMRC guidance on how to check your award notice (link opens in a new window)
Reviewed: August 2017
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