Tax

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International doctors new to the UK (IMGs)

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Tax relief

Tax relief for locum doctors

As a locum doctor you may work via an agency or the NHS, or you may decide to operate through a limited company. Read the guidance and advice about tax relief for locum doctors. BMA guidance

Tax claim form

Claim tax on your BMA subscription

As a BMA member you may be eligible to claim tax back from your BMA subscription.

Expert tax advice

Expert tax advice from EY

EY, a team of dedicated tax professionals, can help guide you through the ever-changing landscape of tax legislation and HMRC practices and guidelines. BMA service

IR35

How IR35 affects doctors

Read our tax guidance on IR35 and what changes are due to take place from April 2021. BMA guidance