Making Tax Digital (MTD) for landlords is coming
and most aren’t ready.
April 2026: MTD for ITSA kicks in for rental income over £50,000. April 2027: The threshold drops to £30,000.
Translation? More landlords will be forced into digital tax compliance.
Quarterly reporting.
No more last-minute filings.
Zero room for error.
Most overlooked fact?
If you own property jointly, MTD applies to your share, not the total rent.
Example:
Tom & Jenny (Dubai-based expats) earn £98K from their UK rentals.
Split 50/50, each gets £49K.
No MTD yet (under £50K).
But in 2027? Boom. They’re in.
Why does this matter?
Landlords who wait too long will be stuck scrambling for:
Digital record-keeping tools MTD-compliant reporting systems A tax strategy that actually works
Here’s what smart expat landlords are doing NOW:
Assessing income bands, Will MTD impact you in 2026 or 2027? Going digital early, Getting MTD-compatible software before it’s urgent. Structuring wisely, Because how you own your properties affects your tax strategy.
The UK tax game is changing for landlords.
Question is: Are you playing it right?
Don’t wait until HMRC forces your hand.
Let’s get your UK rental income MTD-ready today.