Update on reporting Appendix 7A and 7B returns
29 May 2020
Further to the announcement in regards to sending Appendix 4 returns via email, HMRC have advised that the same email address ([email protected]) can be also used to file Appendix 7A returns.
If you choose to use the email address to submit Appendix 7A returns, you should enter “App 7A report” as the subject field for the email. Those with Shared workspace access can also file using that route for Appendix 7A returns.
HMRC advise that if you have already submitted your Appendix 7A return via the email address of [email protected], then those returns have been accepted and there is no requirement to resubmit using the newly advised email address.
HMRC have set up a new email address for those who are required to submit an Appendix 7B return. This email address ([email protected]) is to be strictly used to report Appendix 7B returns only and the team who manages this mailbox will not respond by email. HMRC are currently looking into arranging an auto response so that the employer is automatically notified that their return has been accepted.
HMRC remind employers of the risks involved when submitting returns via email and ask that employers consider the points below before making a submission.
About the risks
The main risks associated with using email that concern HMRC are:
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Confidentiality and privacy – there is a risk that emails sent over the internet may be intercepted
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Confirming your identity – it is crucial that we only communicate with established contacts at their correct email addresses
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There is no guarantee that an email received over an insecure network, like the internet, has not been altered during transit
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Attachments could contain a virus or malicious code
When sending information, you should consider using encryption in order to protect the information. If you chose to do this, please provide the password in a separate email.
If you do want to use email
Please only use email if you (or your client if you are an authorised agent or representative) accept that you understand and accept the risks of using email
More information
You can find more information on HMRC's privacy policy, visit privacy-policy
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CIPP comment The CIPP policy and research team are members of the Expatriate Forum and the next meeting is being held on 11 June and if members have agenda items they would like to bring forward to contact us by email to [email protected]
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