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IR35 can seem a daunting area for new contractors. In this section of our website we have tried to make understanding a complex issue as straightforward and relevant possible, without boring you to death. If you would like to read more we recommend that you start with the Step-by-Step guide. From there you can branch off into other areas of interest.

Step-by Step Guide


As you start to understand IR35 you will realise that it is not that complicated, and the taxation burden for an ‘IR35 Fail’ contract is not that much greater than an ‘IR35 Pass’. In this guide we have tried to break down the thought processes needed to arrive at the decision of whether a particular engagement passes or fails. The flowchart below takes you through this process.

Read our PDF Guide to the Background of IR35 Read our PDF Guide to Assessing your IR35 Status Read our PDF Guide to Assessing Your Contract Read our PDF Guide to the Maths of IR35 Read our PDF Guide which explains What to do Next

New customers please feel free to contact your 1st Option Consultant or our Helpdesk for more assistance. For existing customers please contact your dedicated Accounts Team.
 



 

 



 

The IR35 technical guidance offered by HMRC is Here... (pdf)

HMRC have set up a contract testing unit which can  assess contracts once they have been signed. You can submit your contract Here...

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