Tick what is true about how you actually work for this contract. Your likely status updates live. Key tests are flagged.
Indicative only - not a formal determination. For certainty use HMRC's CEST tool or take professional advice.
Likely IR35 status
Key tests pointing inside
All three key tests point outside IR35.
Estimate what the same contract leaves you with as an inside-IR35 (PAYE) worker versus running your own limited company outside IR35.
Pension, accountancy, equipment etc. deducted from company profit before Corporation Tax.
Estimate only. Outside-IR35 figures assume a single-director limited company taking a low salary plus dividends. Excludes VAT, Employment Allowance, employer pension nuance and student loans. Not advice - confirm status with HMRC CEST.
Annual contract value
/day × days
Inside IR35
take-home
keep
Outside IR35
take-home
keep
Outside IR35 is worth
more per year - a month
Annual take-home at billed days, as the day rate rises from £100 to £1,200.
The IR35 Status Checker does more than show a number. Below your result it explains what your figures mean in practice - your effective and marginal rates, any allowances or thresholds you are close to, and the specific steps to take next. Enter your details above and the guidance updates to match your situation.
Do this next, in order
Estimates only - not financial or tax advice. Confirm figures on GOV.UK or with an adviser.
| Scenario | Inside | Outside | Difference | |
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