Check if an email you've received from HMRC is genuine
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HMRC provides a list of recent emails to help you decide if the email you've received is a scam. Follow the guidelines to protect yourself.
Checking HMRC emails
To check if an email from HMRC is genuine, follow these steps:
- Check the list of recent emails from HMRC on the gov.uk website.
- Look out for spelling and grammar mistakes in the email, as scammers often make errors.
- Be cautious of emails that ask you to provide confidential information or make a payment.
What to do next
Source: gov.uk