HMRC Investigation & Fee Protection Services
Practical representation when HMRC opens an enquiry, plus fee protection options designed to cover eligible professional costs under the policy terms.
Tax Investigation
Professional representation and support during HMRC tax investigations and enquiries.
Clear support when an HMRC letter arrives
An HMRC enquiry can involve short response deadlines, detailed evidence and questions spanning several filings. VMK first establishes what HMRC is asking, which periods and taxes are in scope, and what records support the position. We then agree the work and responsibilities before responding.
1. Review
We review the HMRC letter, deadlines, filing history and available records.
2. Agree scope
You receive a clear explanation of the work, responsibilities and information needed.
3. Respond
Where engaged, VMK prepares evidence-based correspondence and manages the agreed contact with HMRC.
Tax investigation and fee protection FAQs
What should I do if HMRC opens an enquiry?+
Keep the letter and its deadline, avoid guessing in a rushed reply, and gather the records relevant to the period under review. VMK can assess the enquiry scope and agree how we can represent you before corresponding with HMRC.
Does fee protection stop HMRC from opening an enquiry?+
No. Fee protection does not prevent an enquiry and does not pay additional tax, interest or penalties. Subject to the policy terms, it is designed to cover professional fees for handling eligible HMRC enquiries.
Can VMK help if another accountant filed the original return?+
Potentially, yes. VMK first reviews the enquiry letter, filing history and available records, then confirms whether we can accept the engagement and what information is required.
Is tax investigation support the same as fee protection?+
No. Investigation support is the professional work involved in reviewing facts, preparing responses and dealing with HMRC. Fee protection is a separate cover arrangement for eligible professional costs, subject to its terms.
