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The Marriage Allowance lets certain individuals transfer 10% of their personal allowance to their spouse or civil partner.
The Marriage Allowance lets certain individuals transfer 10% of their personal allowance to their spouse or civil partner. This reduces the tax bill of the recipient of the transfer by up to £212 in 2015/16. The main scenario in which the transfer is allowed and worthwhile is where:
The default route for applying is online. If you are an employer, it is a good idea to signpost your employees to gov.uk/marriage-allowance-guide. This link gives full information as to eligibility, how to apply and a link to the online application.
As we get towards the end of the tax year, couples may have a better idea as to whether they qualify. If a successful application is made, changes to the personal allowances are backdated to 6 April 2015. In future years the personal allowance will transfer automatically to the spouse until either of the couple cancels the Marriage Allowance or there is a change in circumstances.
07 Apr 2025
Increases to the National Living Wage and National Minimum Wage took effect from 1 April.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced 'no further tax increases' in the 2025 Spring Statement.
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