Submitting test data before e-filing

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Submitting test data before e-filing

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If you want to, you can use End of Year Tax Forms Assistant to prepare and e-file test data to HMRC. Test filing enables you to determine the accuracy of your data before you file an official return and to practise your electronic filing procedures. It can also help you train new employees to use the assistant.

When you submit test payroll tax data with HMRC, your submission does not update any records in the HMRC system, and you will still be able to file an official return at a later time. You can also test-file amended returns after your original return has been filed.

To test payroll tax data before e-filing

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Go to the Payroll command centre and click Prepare Payroll Tax Forms. The End of Year Tax Forms Assistant window opens.

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Follow the instructions in each window of the Assistant to prepare your data as if you were e-filing an official return.

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When you reach the Finish window, enter your HMRC user ID and password, and select the Submit a test version of my data option.

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Click Submit to send your test data to HMRC. Your return will be marked as a test submission by the HMRC e-filing service.

All responses you receive about your test submission, including error messages and notification of successful filing, will be the same as those you would receive when you submit an official tax return.

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