A simpler option is keep your payroll records in an electronic format that's ready for online filing from the start of the year.

By doing this, you'll avoid a last-minute rush, and be able to enjoy the benefits of online filing sooner rather than later.

The following data summarises the take up of online filing for the different taxes.

If the group has an agent acting, but not registered for online filing, they can:

If you deal with about 50 subcontractors or more you may want to use commercial software that supports online filing.

The competition between the sites may indicate a demographic shift in online filing, as well.

The main requirement for online filing is access to a computer with an internet connection.

To make the transition to online filing as smooth as possible you should:

Only a small number of employers are exempt from online filing.

However, tagging data for the preceding period in the first year of mandatory online filing is not required.