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ICAEW Principles of Tax Study Guide & Exam Review 2026–2027 | Tax Fundamentals, Income Tax, Tax Calculations, Compliance Concepts & Exam Preparation

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Prepare for ICAEW Principles of Tax with a comprehensive study guide and exam review covering foundational taxation concepts, tax principles, income tax, taxable income, tax calculations, compliance requirements, taxpayer responsibilities, and essential tax terminology. This resource is designed to help ICAEW students organize key topics, reinforce fundamental tax knowledge, review important concepts and procedures, and prepare effectively for Principles of Tax assessments and examinations.

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ICAEW Principles of Tax | Study Guide
& Exam Review




ICAEW Principles of Tax _ Study Guide & Exam
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Principles of Tax _ Study Guide & Exam Review.pdf Page 1 of 39

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When to submit a full tax return?


- you are a Director of a company
- a sole trader with turnover > $85,000
- voluntarily


When should individuals notify HMRC of chargability?


5th October following the end of the tax year (After the next April) - in penalties section of
tax return


Submission dates for personal self-assessment tax returns


in the tax tables




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How long can HMRC amend errors in a return


9 months from when it was filed


How long can a tax-payer amend their return?


12 months after the due date (i.e. 31st Jan after tax year or 3 months after return requested).


How is a payment on accounts calculated and when are they paid?


Each payment is half of the previous year's income tax and Class 4 NIC (excluding PAYE).
Interim payment dates in tax tables.



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What is an extra-statutory concession?


a relaxation of legal position to resolve anomalies and relieve hardship - not an official
source of tax law


What is exempt from income tax?


Income from; National Savings Certificates, ISAs, Winnings, some benefits, Redundancy pay,
Scholarships, interest from overpaying tax, qualifying compensation payments


What is included in Non-Savings income?


Employment income (inc pension and benefits), trading profits, property income)


Difference between net income and taxable income


Net income is BEFORE personal allowance is accounted for, taxable income is AFTER



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