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August 1
12:08
2022
What you need to do when you start working for yourself, either as your only job or at the same time as working for an employer.
Set up as self-employed (a 'sole trader'): step by step
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Step 1 Check if being self-employed is right for you
There are other ways to work for yourself. Check if you should set up as one of the following instead:
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Step 2 Choose the name you want to trade under
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Step 3 Check what records you'll need to keep
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Step 4 Register for tax
To pay tax, you'll need to register for Self Assessment.
You might need to register in a different way if:
You may also need to register for VAT.
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