HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has sent a reminder to married couples and those in civil partnerships who could receive tax relief of up to £1,220. The government department has urged eligible couples to share their personal tax allowances to make themselves available for the benefits.
The allowance can apply if one partner earns below the personal allowance threshold of £12,570 while the other is a basic rate taxpayer. Furthermore, couples who have been together for years are still eligible for the allowance and can transfer 10 percent of their tax-free allowance to their partner which reduces the tax they pay by up to £252 a year, reports the Manchester Evening News.
In fact, if eligible, couples can backdate their claims for up to four previous tax years. Claims can be made directly via HMRC's online portal to ensure they receive 100 percent of the tax relief they are eligible for.
