What is the maximum amount of underpaid tax that can be collected using a coding notice?

The maximum amount of underpaid tax that can be collected using a coding notice is indeed £3000. A coding notice is typically issued by tax authorities to adjust an individual’s tax code, enabling them to collect additional tax through the individual’s pay or pension.

This practice allows for the collection of underpaid tax efficiently through the payroll system, ensuring that individuals do not have to make separate arrangements for tax repayment. The limit of £3000 is significant because it balances the need for the tax authority to recover unpaid taxes while also considering the financial impact on the taxpayer. Amounts exceeding this limit would typically require different methods of recovery, such as direct billing or potentially more significant collection actions.

Understanding this limit is crucial for taxpayers to know how their tax liabilities can be managed and adjusted through coding notices, creating an avenue for them to resolve smaller amounts of underpayment efficiently.