TaxSimba — I Cannot Pay My Self Assessment Tax Bill — What Should I Do?
Preparation worksheet

Optional offline planning aid, not a tax return or filing confirmation.
Keep completed notes securely; never include passwords or one-time codes.

WORK THROUGH THIS EXAMPLE
Write down the HMRC balance, other debts, essential household costs and a monthly amount you can maintain. Distinguish a proposed payment from a plan HMRC has accepted. Keep filing work moving while discussing the debt.

DECISION TO RESOLVE
What payment can you sustain, and where is HMRC’s confirmation of the arrangement?

YOUR POSITION
Relevant year and source: ____________________
Evidence supporting your answer: ____________________
Missing item and who will obtain it: ____________________
Deadline or next review date: ____________________

1. Download the current balance and due dates.
Notes: ______________________________

2. Separate tax, advance payments, interest and penalties.
Notes: ______________________________

3. Prepare an honest affordability summary.
Notes: ______________________________

4. Use the official HMRC route and record agreed terms.
Notes: ______________________________

5. Keep filing and future tax budgeting on track.
Notes: ______________________________

Actions agreed and responsible person:
____________________________________

Guide: https://taxsimba.co.uk/blogs/cannot-pay-self-assessment-tax-bill
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