National Insurance

Although it can affect your entitlement to some state benefits, effective tax planning may allow you to reduce your NI contributions. Our overview.

Understanding employee National Insurance and how to minimise Class 1 NI contributions for both employers and employees

National Insurance, PAYE and payroll: Employers must pay employer National Insurance contributions on employee earnings and they must collect employee Class 1 NICs.

If you are a sole trader or in a partnership, you are liable for profit-related Class 4 National Insurance (NI) contributions.

Tax advice for UK employers: how to claim Employment Allowance and reduce the amount of employer’s Class 1 NICs you pay.

Paying National Insurance contributions entitles you to certain state benefits such as a state pension. Check if you have enough years to qualify.

Use this HMRC tool to claim a National Insurance rebate online.

You should receive a National Insurance number when you reach 16. If you have lost or did not receive yours find out how you can track it down.

National Insurance overview for employers to help minimise National Insurance Contributions (NICs) and understand National Insurance rates and allowances.