Student Tax Advice

Students in the UK are liable to pay income tax and National Insurance contributions on their earnings just like everyone else.


The student tax advice campaign and tax refund calculator have been created to help answer some of the most frequently asked questions about tax, and to show students if they may be eligible for a tax refund. It has been developed by HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC), working with the National Union of Students (NUS).

Tax Advice for Students

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Are you eligible for a tax refund?

If you have paid some tax during the year, but earned less than your personal allowance (currently £5,435) you could be eligible for a tax refund. It is totally free to apply.


Find out more and try the tax calculator in Facebook , on the HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) website or click on this link.


If you've used the tax calculator already, here's how to go about claiming your refund.

Frequently asked Questions

We are constantly adding questions, answers and other resources to this site. But if you are looking for something and can’t find the answer here or on the Tax + U site use the form on the FAQ pages to submit a question.


If I’ve lost my P45 and P60, can I get replacements?

You’ve told me how to claim a refund, but does it matter when I claim it?

How to get a Tax Refund

I’ve got some savings. Do I have to pay tax on them?

What about working for myself/running my own business?

Can I claim National Insurance contributions back?

Do I have to pay National Insurance?

I’ve lost my National Insurance Number, what do I do?

Why do I need to give out my National Insurance Number (NINO)

How can I find out where my HMRC tax office is?

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