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Tax Return for Wedding Planners

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

  • Track wedding income
  • Software expense tracking
  • Travel cost support
  • MTD-ready for 2026

Example Tax Calculation

Based on typical wedding planners earnings £42,000/year

Gross Income£42,000
Expenses7,000
Taxable Profit£35,000
Income Tax£4,486
National Insurance£1,346

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

Allowable Expenses for Wedding Planners

Claim these tax-deductible expenses to reduce your tax bill

Planning Software

Wedding planning software, CRM, and client management tools.

Tip: Annual subscriptions are fully deductible.

Travel Expenses

Mileage and travel costs to venues and supplier meetings.

Tip: Log all business journeys with dates.

Marketing and Advertising

Wedding directories, advertising, and promotional materials.

Tip: Keep invoices for all marketing spend.

Insurance

Public liability and professional indemnity insurance.

Tip: Insurance is fully deductible.

More expenses you can claim

Phone and internet
Portfolio photography
Sample materials
Accounting software fees
Professional memberships
Show and fair attendance

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 wedding planners

Do wedding planners need to register as self-employed?

If you work independently and invoice for weddings, you must register for Self Assessment.

Can I claim venue visit costs?

Yes. Travel to venues and supplier meetings is deductible.

What about supplier commissions?

Commissions from suppliers are taxable income and should be declared.

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