Marriage allowance
Couples can claim a marriage allowance tax break worth up to £252. It takes just a few minutes to apply online and is available to people in Scotland and across the UK.
What is Marriage Allowance?
Marriage Allowance lets you transfer £1,260 of your Personal Allowance to your husband, wife, or civil partner if they earn more than you. This reduces their Income Tax by up to £252 in the tax year (6 April to 5 April the following year).
Apply for Marriage Allowance on GOV.UK.
Eligibility criteria
You can benefit from Marriage Allowance if you are married or in a civil partnership, have an income below your Personal Allowance (£12,570), and your partner pays Income Tax at the basic rate in England and Wales (earning between £12,571 and £50,270) or the Scottish starter, basic, or intermediate rate (earning between £12,571 and £43,662).
Check if you qualify for Marriage Allowance on GOV.UK.
Backdated claims and special circumstances
Claims can be backdated to 6 April 2022 for any tax years you were eligible. If your partner has died since 6 April 2022, you can still claim by contacting HMRC directly. Receiving a pension or living abroad (if entitled to a Personal Allowance) does not affect your eligibility.
Contact the HMRC Income Tax helpline regarding Marriage Allowance.
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