When does MTD start for landlords?

Making Tax Digital for Income Tax starts on 6 April 2026 for landlords and sole traders with qualifying income over £50,000. The threshold drops to £30,000 from April 2027 and £20,000 from April 2028. Qualifying income means your total gross rental income plus any self-employment income before expenses. If you're unsure which phase applies to you, use the MTD calculator to check your estimated start date. August helps landlords in every phase get set up before their first quarterly update is due.