HM REVENUE — HMRC Bank Charge Explained

HM REVENUE on your bank statement may relate to HMRC, which is listed in the Government category. HMRC is the UK tax authority, and an entry on your statement can be either a payment you make or a refund you receive. Payments cover Self Assessment, VAT, PAYE, National Insurance or other tax, while credits may be tax rebates or Child Benefit.

What Is the HM REVENUE Charge?

HM REVENUE may relate to HMRC, which is listed in the Government category.

HMRC is the UK tax authority, and an entry on your statement can be either a payment you make or a refund you receive. Payments cover Self Assessment, VAT, PAYE, National Insurance or other tax, while credits may be tax rebates or Child Benefit. Look for HMRC, HM REVENUE or GOV.UK, and be wary of scams impersonating HMRC by text or email.

HM REVENUE is how this charge may appear on your bank or card statement.

How Do I Cancel a HM REVENUE Charge?

  1. Identify the charge: Confirm the charge is from HMRC by checking your email for a receipt or logging into your account on their website.
  2. Cancel a recurring payment: If this is a recurring payment you no longer want, log in to your HMRC account and cancel it in your account settings before the next billing date.
  3. Contact the merchant: If you recognise the merchant but have a question about the charge, contact HMRC directly using the details on this page.
  4. Contact your bank: If the merchant does not resolve the issue, contact your bank or card issuer using the number on the back of your card. They can explain what options may be available and what information they need.

What Other Names Does HMRC Use on Bank Statements?

HMRC may also appear on your statement as:

Frequently Asked Questions About HM REVENUE

What is HM REVENUE on my bank statement?

HM REVENUE is a bank statement transaction code that may relate to HMRC, which is listed in the Government category. HMRC is the UK tax authority, and an entry on your statement can be either a payment you make or a refund you receive. Payments cover Self Assessment, VAT, PAYE, National Insurance or other tax, while credits may be tax rebates or Child Benefit. Look for HMRC, HM REVENUE or GOV.UK, and be wary of scams impersonating HMRC by text or email. This descriptor appears because banks display a shortened payment code instead of the full company name.

Why is HM REVENUE on my bank statement?

HM REVENUE is how this charge may appear on your bank or card statement.

How do I cancel HM REVENUE?

If this is a recurring payment you no longer want, log in to your HMRC account and cancel it in your account settings before the next billing date. If you recognise the merchant but have a question about the charge, contact HMRC directly using the details on this page. If you do not recognise this entry, contact your bank or card issuer and ask them to confirm the transaction and merchant details. Only you and your bank can confirm whether a payment was authorised.

Related charges

For more information about HMRC and all its known transaction codes, visit the HMRC merchant page.