Selling online Self Assessment
I sell on Online Market places, do I need to do Self Assessment?
Yes, Selling online, even occasionally, creates taxable income
When You Must File
- Operating as a self-employed trader, even part-time.
- Additional untaxed income not captured by PAYE.
Record-Keeping Tips
- Track sales, costs, and receipts.
- Deduct allowable business costs (materials, shipping, fees) if considered a trade.
- If total sales exceed the £1,000 trading allowance, declare them on Self Assessment.



