What Is a Tax Reference Number?

[denjoshep]

I’ve seen the term Tax Reference Number mentioned on several official tax documents but I’m not entirely sure what it means. Can someone explain what a Tax Reference Number is and how it’s used for filing taxes or dealing with tax authorities? Also, where can I find my Tax Reference Number on payslips or HMRC correspondence? Is it the same as a UTR (Unique Taxpayer Reference) or something different? A clear explanation of the Tax Reference Number and its role in tax identification would really help.

 

[Rick_Grimes]

A tax reference number is basically the unique ID your tax department gives you so they can track your filings, payments, and records—it’s like your personal code for anything tax-related.

 

[robertwilliam]

A tax reference number, usually called a Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) in the U.S. is a distinctive code applied by the tax authorities to individuals and business entities for tax purposes identification.

 

[Shane Warne]

A tax reference number is the Dorothy number that is assigned to you by your tax authority to enable them to monitor the filings and payments. You will find it on tax letters or pay documents or tax accounts online. It simply identifies you to tax office when submitting anything to it.

 

[Oscar]

The tax reference number is a unique identification number assigned by the authorities for the purpose of tracking one's tax records, returns, payments, and liabilities for correct taxation and compliance.