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Last updated 23 October 2026. Written by the Limited Company Accountant UK team, part of Accotax. Figures are for the 2026/27 tax year; always check GOV.UK for the latest rates.
Short answer: The key dates for UK directors in 2026/27 are 31 January for Self Assessment, 22 of each month for PAYE, quarterly VAT returns, 6 July for P11D and nine months after year end for Corporation Tax and accounts. Check each against your own year end.
At a glance
| Self Assessment | 31 January 2028 for 2026/27 |
|---|---|
| P11D | 6 July |
| Payments on account | 31 January and 31 July |
| PAYE (electronic) | 22nd of each month |
Company deadlines (from your year end)
| Item | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Accounts to Companies House | 9 months after year end |
| Corporation Tax payment | 9 months and 1 day after year end |
| CT600 return | 12 months after year end |
| Confirmation statement | Every 12 months |
Director and payroll dates
| Date | What |
|---|---|
| 5 April | Tax year end, last day to use allowances |
| 6 July | P11D and P60 deadline |
| 22 July | Class 1A NI payment on benefits |
| 31 July | Second payment on account |
| 5 October | Register for Self Assessment |
| 31 January | File and pay Self Assessment |
VAT
Most companies file quarterly, one month and seven days after the period end.
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Dates change
Check GOV.UK for current dates. Use our filing deadline calculator for your own year end.
The bottom line
The key dates for UK directors in 2026/27 are 31 January for Self Assessment, 22 of each month for PAYE, quarterly VAT returns, 6 July for P11D and nine months after year end for Corporation Tax and accounts. If you would rather not do it alone, our fixed fees start at £45.83 + VAT a month.
Frequently asked questions
When is the Self Assessment deadline?
31 January after the tax year ends.
When are P11Ds due?
6 July after the tax year ends.
When is PAYE paid?
By the 22nd of the following month if paying electronically.
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