Is +44 161 931 9070 really HMRC?

Yes. +44 161 931 9070 is HMRC's Self Assessment, outside UK number in the United Kingdom. It's listed on HMRC's own page.

Last checked against gov.uk on 1 November 2026.

Yes, this is HMRC

HMRC Self Assessment, outside UK · United Kingdom +44 161 931 9070 Source: gov.uk · checked 1 November 2026

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Is +44 161 931 9070 really HMRC?

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