The group also issued some guidance about extra security checks
HMRC has issued an update on tax repayments being sent to customers. The group also shared an update on the extra security checks it sometimes conducts.
It comes in response to a taxpayer’s query on X about a sum they were owed. Writing on Saturday, April 11, the person informed the authority that they had submitted a tax repayment request on Tuesday (April 7), yet the amount was still showing as “pending”. They enquired: “How long does this usually take until it’s in my bank account?”
HMRC responded: “If you have requested the repayment, it can take up to 10 working days for the repayment to be issued via BACS.” BACS stands for Bankers’ Automated Clearing System, the standard electronic mechanism for bank-to-bank transfers between UK accounts.
The tax authority also issued additional guidance that taxpayers may want to note down. The department said: “We do select repayments for extra security checks. Currently, it can take up to 12 weeks to receive the refund.”
If you believe HMRC owes you money, a tool is available on the Government website to help you determine how to reclaim the outstanding amount. HMRC may issue a refund for the previous tax year if you have overpaid your taxes.
Responding to a separate query on the matter, HMRC informed one taxpayer that recalculations for the 2025/2026 tax year would commence “from June onwards”. There are various reasons why someone might overpay taxes.
You may be owed an amount if excess tax deductions are taken from wages or pension payments. Should you have paid an incorrect amount of tax during the previous year, HMRC may dispatch a tax calculation letter to your address, commonly referred to as a P800 or a simple assessment letter.
These letters are typically sent out by HMRC between June and March of the following tax year. They are only issued to those who are either employed or receiving a pension.
It is also worth noting that you may be able to claim a tax refund via your personal tax account or through the HMRC app.
