MTD ITSA is mandatory from April 2026 for income over £50,000

MTD ITSA compliant
MTD tax software.

ArcTax connects directly to HMRC so sole traders, landlords, and agents can submit quarterly updates, track obligations, and file Final Declarations — without the complexity.

No credit card required · Cancel any time

April 2026

Mandatory for £50k+ earners

4×/year

Quarterly submissions required

HMRC API

Official direct submission

From £10/mo

Cancel any time

MTD ITSA compliant software
MTD ITSA compliant
OAuth 2.0 secured
Encrypted at rest
No credit card required

The HMRC mandate

Self Assessment is being replaced.
Are you ready?

From April 2026, HMRC requires sole traders and landlords earning over £50,000 to submit quarterly digital updates. Penalties apply for non-compliance. ArcTax makes it straightforward.

April 2026

£50,000+ earners mandated

April 2027

£30,000+ earners mandated

April 2028

£20,000+ earners mandated

How it works

From sign-up to filed
in three steps

01

Sign up & connect

Create your ArcTax account, enter your NINO, and connect to HMRC Government Gateway in minutes.

02

Submit quarterly updates

Enter income and expenses each quarter — or upload a CSV from your spreadsheet. We handle the HMRC API.

03

File your Final Declaration

Review your tax calculation, confirm your declaration, and crystallise with a single click.

Features

Everything you need
for MTD ITSA

Built specifically for Making Tax Digital — not a generic accounting tool bolted on.

Official

Direct HMRC API integration

Fully compliant with MTD ITSA. Connects directly to HMRC — no third-party intermediaries.

Bridging software included

Keep your existing spreadsheets. Upload a CSV and we convert it into an HMRC-compliant submission.

Agent portal

Accountants can manage multiple clients, view obligations, and submit on their behalf from one dashboard.

Full submission history

Every submission stored with a full audit trail — payloads, HMRC references, and status for every period filed.

Deadline tracking

See all open obligations and upcoming due dates at a glance. Never miss a quarterly deadline again.

Secure by design

Encrypted in transit and at rest. HMRC OAuth 2.0 flow — ArcTax never sees your Government Gateway password.

Bridging software

Keep your spreadsheets.
We handle the rest.

Already tracking income in Excel? Upload a CSV and ArcTax converts it into an HMRC-compliant quarterly update automatically. No need to change how you work.

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Your CSV

turnover£12,000
costOfGoods£3,000
wagesAndStaff£4,500
premises£800
Submitted to HMRC
Pricing

Simple, transparent pricing

No hidden fees. No long-term contracts. Cancel any time.

Solo
£10/month

For sole traders and landlords filing their own MTD returns.

  • Quarterly self-employment updates
  • UK & foreign property updates
  • Bridging CSV import
  • Final Declaration filing
  • Obligation tracking
  • Full submission history
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Agent
£25/month

For accountants and agents managing multiple clients.

  • Everything in Solo
  • Multi-client portal
  • Submit on behalf of clients
  • Client obligation tracking
  • Per-client submission history
  • ARN management
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Free to sign up and connect · Billing starts only when you submit

FAQ

Common questions

What is Making Tax Digital for Income Tax?

MTD ITSA requires self-employed individuals and landlords with income over £50,000 to keep digital records and send quarterly updates to HMRC, replacing the annual Self Assessment tax return.

Do I need to leave my spreadsheet?

No. Our bridging import lets you upload a CSV from any spreadsheet and converts it into an HMRC-compliant quarterly submission automatically.

Can I use ArcTax alongside my accountant?

Yes. Your accountant can use the Agent Portal to manage your filings on your behalf, or you can share access to your workspace.

What income sources are supported?

ArcTax supports self-employment, UK property (FHL and non-FHL), foreign property income, savings & interest, and dividends — covering the full MTD ITSA scope.

Is ArcTax recognised by HMRC?

Yes. ArcTax connects directly to HMRC's MTD APIs using the official OAuth 2.0 authorisation flow.

Is there a free trial?

Yes — you can sign up and connect to HMRC immediately at no cost. Billing only starts when you're ready to submit.

MTD ITSA deadline is April 2026

Get MTD-compliant
before the deadline.

Join sole traders, landlords, and agents using ArcTax to file directly with HMRC — simply and compliantly.

No credit card required Cancel any time MTD ITSA compliant