HMRC's List of Umbrella Companies Involved in Tax Avoidance

This page provides an up-to-date list of umbrella companies involved in tax avoidance schemes as identified by HMRC. The purpose of this list is to inform individuals and businesses about schemes, promoters, enablers, and suppliers that are non-compliant with tax regulations. Staying informed can help you avoid potential financial and legal consequences associated with these schemes.

If you are linked to any of the tax avoidance schemes listed here, or if you recognise any of the named promoters, enablers, or suppliers, it is important to get in touch with HMRC promptly. Further details on how to take action are provided below. You can also report a tax avoidance scheme directly to HMRC.

List of HMRC Approved Umbrella Companies

HMRC does not verify, approve, or endorse any umbrella companies. It is important to conduct thorough research and due diligence before engaging with any umbrella company. Relying solely on their claims of compliance could expose you to risks associated with non-compliant practices.

There isn't any list of HMRC approved umbrella companies.

Most Recently Named Promoters

The most recent additions to the list of named tax avoidance schemes, promoters, enablers, and suppliers include:

The information was last updated on 16 January 2025. For the complete and official list, refer to the Gov.uk page.

Company Name Legislation Publication Date
PAYEme Ltd Promoters of Tax Avoidance Schemes (POTAS) regime 18 April 2024
Payeworx Ltd Finance Act 2022 24 August 2023
Paystone Services Limited Finance Act 2022 01 February 2024
Pazepay Limited Finance Act 2022 29 August 2024
Peak PAYE Limited Promoters of Tax Avoidance Schemes (POTAS) regime 07 June 2023
Penhale Solutions Limited Finance Act 2022 16 January 2025
Prime Umbrella Services Ltd Finance Act 2022 31 August 2023
Procorre LLP Finance Act 2022 29 February 2024
Property118 Ltd Disclosure of Tax Avoidance Schemes (DOTAS) 09 February 2024
Protean Ltd Finance Act 2022 21 November 2024