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Tax Return for Physiotherapists

Complete your Self Assessment in 8 minutes. Claim all your allowable expenses and submit directly to HMRC.

  • Track client session income
  • Equipment expense support
  • Professional fees tracking
  • MTD-ready for 2026

Example Tax Calculation

Based on typical physiotherapists earnings £50,000/year

Gross Income£50,000
Expenses5,000
Taxable Profit£45,000
Income Tax£6,486
National Insurance£1,946

*Illustrative example based on 2024/25 tax rates. Your actual tax depends on your specific circumstances.

Allowable Expenses for Physiotherapists

Claim these tax-deductible expenses to reduce your tax bill

HCPC Registration

Health and Care Professions Council registration fees.

Tip: Keep renewal receipts and certificates.

Treatment Equipment

Treatment tables, ultrasound machines, exercise equipment, and consumables.

Tip: Expensive equipment may qualify for capital allowances.

Room or Clinic Rental

Rent for treatment rooms or clinic space.

Tip: Keep invoices or rental agreements.

Professional Indemnity Insurance

Insurance cover required for physiotherapy practice.

Tip: Insurance is fully deductible.

More expenses you can claim

Professional subscriptions (CSP)
CPD courses and conferences
Travel to clients
Phone and internet
Accounting software fees
Marketing and website costs
Uniforms and workwear

How to File Your Tax Return

Follow these simple steps to complete your Self Assessment

1

Gather Your Documents

Collect income records, receipts, and expense statements

2

Enter Income & Expenses

Add your earnings and claim allowable expenses with our guided flow

3

Review Your Calculation

See exactly how much tax you owe with real-time calculations

4

Submit to HMRC

File your tax return directly to HMRC in minutes

Key Deadlines for 2024/25 Tax Year

Don't miss these important dates

5 April 2025

Tax Year Ends

Calculate your final income and expenses

5 October 2025

Register for Self Assessment

If this is your first year self-employed

31 January 2026

Online Filing Deadline

Submit your tax return and pay any tax owed

6 April 2026

MTD Starts (£50k+)

If your income exceeds £50,000, you must use MTD software

Late Filing Penalties

1 day late: £100 fixed penalty

3 months late: £10/day up to £900

6 months late: 5% of tax owed or £300 (whichever is higher)

12 months late: Additional 5% or £300

Plus interest on any tax paid late. Avoid these costs by filing early with QTax.

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions about tax returns for physiotherapists

Do physiotherapists need to register as self-employed?

If you work in private practice and invoice clients directly, you must register for Self Assessment.

Can I claim HCPC registration fees?

Yes. HCPC fees and professional body subscriptions are allowable expenses.

What about home visit expenses?

Travel to clients' homes for treatment is a deductible business expense.

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