We’d like to remind Forumites to please avoid political debate on the Forum.

This is to keep it a safe and useful space for MoneySaving discussions. Threads that are – or become – political in nature may be removed in line with the Forum’s rules. Thank you for your understanding.

The MSE Forum Team would like to wish you all a Merry Christmas. However, we know this time of year can be difficult for some. If you're struggling during the festive period, here's a list of organisations that might be able to help
📨 Have you signed up to the Forum's new Email Digest yet? Get a selection of trending threads sent straight to your inbox daily, weekly or monthly!
Has MSE helped you to save or reclaim money this year? Share your 2025 MoneySaving success stories!

SIPP for annual £2800 top up -HMRC involvement ?

Hi, I recently retired and am thinking about starting the annual £2800 SIPP contribution for the small tax gain every year. My pension affairs are very simple at the moment, and I enjoy not having to think about it. My question is - would I likely have to do a tax return every year if I do this ? Thanks.

Comments

  • molerat
    molerat Posts: 35,367 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 10,000 Posts Name Dropper Photogenic
    Not normally for a simple basic rate tax payer.
  • dunstonh
    dunstonh Posts: 120,603 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 10,000 Posts Name Dropper Combo Breaker
    My question is - would I likely have to do a tax return every year if I do this ?
    No, the annual use of the £3,600 allowance would not trigger a tax return.
    I am an Independent Financial Adviser (IFA). The comments I make are just my opinion and are for discussion purposes only. They are not financial advice and you should not treat them as such. If you feel an area discussed may be relevant to you, then please seek advice from an Independent Financial Adviser local to you.
  • sally_lc
    sally_lc Posts: 12 Forumite
    Third Anniversary First Post
    Thanks to you both
Meet your Ambassadors

🚀 Getting Started

Hi new member!

Our Getting Started Guide will help you get the most out of the Forum

Categories

  • All Categories
  • 352.9K Banking & Borrowing
  • 253.9K Reduce Debt & Boost Income
  • 454.7K Spending & Discounts
  • 246K Work, Benefits & Business
  • 602.1K Mortgages, Homes & Bills
  • 177.8K Life & Family
  • 259.9K Travel & Transport
  • 1.5M Hobbies & Leisure
  • 16K Discuss & Feedback
  • 37.7K Read-Only Boards

Is this how you want to be seen?

We see you are using a default avatar. It takes only a few seconds to pick a picture.