03003227835

I got a letter claiming to be from the HMRC Debt Resolution Team, but it had my surname all wrong, which is unusual for genuine HMRC correspondence. So, I decided to look up the phone number they provided just to be sure.

Heads up! This number really belongs to HMRC, but scammers often fake it just like they do with genuine bank numbers. HMRC won't ring you unless you've been in touch with them first. Make sure to read through all the comments below. Also, keep in mind that some dishonest scammers and even some confused folks with mental issues sometimes post bogus 'safe' reviews for scam numbers or false scam alerts for legit ones on here. Stay sharp!

Got a basic assessment letter saying I owe money, but it’s not for the most recent tax year - it’s from a couple of years ago.

Got two separate letters asking for payment on old simple assessment taxes from years ago. I’m certain I’ve paid all my taxes, plus I retired 8 years back so everything should be fine. The letters look super legit and proper official, I imagine loads of folks might get worried and just cough up. Also, my tax office is in Newcastle, not Bristol like the letters say.

I received a missed call from this number, so I decided to ring them back. A gentleman picked up, but his accent was so thick I couldn't make out a word he said before he hung up on me. After doing a bit of digging online, I discovered that this number has been flagged as a scam associated with HMRC. I've since added it to my blocked list.

Make sure to check not just the number 0300 322 7835, but also take a glance at the reference number at the top of any correspondence you may have received. It's another good method for determining whether it's genuine or a bit dodgy!

I just got a letter demanding £680 in tax from 'HMRC', threatening that a debt collector will be sent if I don't pay. The letter looked really official, with proper letterhead and all. But it didn’t add up because I already got my Tax Calculation late last year and just received my new Tax Code for this year. To be sure, I checked my details on the real HMRC website and nothing was wrong. Luckily, finding this site helped me see that the phone number they gave is totally fake!

We have received a letter informing us that we have outstanding debts to settle.

I received a letter purportedly from HMRC stating that I had some unpaid tax, and it instructed me to ring 0300 322 7835 for payment arrangements. I chose not to make that call, despite the letter appearing legitimate at first glance. However, upon checking, there was no trace of any such outstanding amount! Definitely a dodgy number that one should steer clear of and possibly report.

So far, I’ve gotten a couple of letters that had this number on them. Right now, I’m waiting on hold for HMRC to find out what’s going on.

Scammers might mess with the numbers they show, but I actually received a letter myself. Before I rang the number on it, I had a look at my personal tax account and found out I really did owe some straightforward assessment fees that had slipped my mind. If you get a call or even a letter about this sort of thing, it’s a good idea to double check your personal tax account.

We got a letter just like that one shown here. We have no intention of paying. Does anyone know how I can make the letters stop? Who should I report this to? The phone number listed is 03002003310 and they say they're from HMRC, saying we owe them money. Mr Emes

I keep receiving letters from the Simple Assessment team stating that I have outstanding payments to make. The letters contain the phone number 0300 322 7835. Upon calling this number, I have had two experiences where I had to wait for over an hour to be connected, only to be abruptly disconnected when I tried to arrange a payment plan. It seemed like they weren't interested in setting up a schedule and instead insisted on full payment. On top of this, the person I spoke to became impatient and momentarily lost his Scottish accent, which made me question if this could be a scam. The most recent letter is now threatening to involve debt collectors. At this point, I'm not sure what to believe. Interestingly, the new letter still displays the same 0300 322 7835 contact number.

I recently received a rather unsettling letter from HMRC, demanding that I pay £758 two months ahead of schedule. To add to my concern, I was given a refund of £790 by HMRC last year, and it's become impossible for me to find a job. This individual seems to possess some of my personal information, as well as the contents of the letter. The number I’m dealing with is 0300 322 7835. When I rang them, they queried me about some charges related to hotels during my time of employment, which I found rather peculiar. I'm struggling to trust what they’re saying, so I’ve requested a detailed breakdown of these costs. Is it possible that there are scammers masquerading as government officials?

I got a letter saying I owe £400 and if I don’t pay, I’ll be taken to court. The number they gave me to call is 03003227835. The letter looks really legit and even mentions my national insurance number. Could this be a scam? It’s making me worried.

They called saying they were with HMRC and it sounded legit at first, but I only bothered to look up the number when my husband told me to! Really happy I did after seeing what others posted here.

I recently got a rather persuasive letter from HMRC regarding self-assessment, claiming that I owed a hefty sum. I must admit, my instincts kicked in quite swiftly since my earnings haven’t reached the tax threshold. When I raised my concerns with an Asian lady on the phone, her reply was baffling-she mentioned something about it going back over two years! Not exactly reassuring, I’d say. It felt dodgy and I can't shake off the feeling that it’s a scam.

I found myself in a similar situation. It raised quite a few red flags for me. We decided to give it a miss as well. Have you had any further communications from them? I’ve gone ahead and reported this to HMRC.

Beware of this telephone number; it's nothing but a ruse. I received correspondence pretending to be from HMRC, yet it's painfully obvious it's a fraud. Alarmingly, the con artist is also posting on this site, insisting that this number is legitimate. Please, refrain from dialling any numbers provided in letters! Even if they mention your national insurance details, it's best to remain cautious. Always visit the official HMRC website to retrieve contact information directly from there. And for goodness' sake, steer clear of Google ads; they can lead you astray. Stick to the genuine site for getting in touch with HMRC!

Instead of getting a phone call, I was sent a letter which was incredibly convincing. It had me quite worked up until my husband looked into it and found out it was actually a scam. I find the remarks above that claim the letters and calls are legitimate quite alarming, especially since they accurately referenced my National Insurance number.

Upon reading various comments, I was sincerely hoping that this was merely a scam. However, I decided to confirm and rang the authentic HMRC number listed on their official website. To my surprise, they confirmed that it was indeed genuine. It is possible that certain letters may indeed be fraudulent, but it is advisable to directly reach out to HMRC (avoiding the contact number mentioned in the letter) to verify before dismissing it entirely.

I reckon this might be one of those dodgy scam calls.

I've gotten this letter four times now. Had a look at my HMRC account and I can confirm I don't owe anything at all. If I had underpaid my taxes, they’d have made the necessary adjustments to my salary to sort it out. Plus, if you really did owe money to HMRC and didn’t pay up, they’d just rack up interest on that debt. This whole thing is definitely a scam!

The postcode appears to be inaccurate as well.

I recently received a rather convincing LETTER from HMRC, rather than a phone call, and it got me quite worried. Naturally, I decided to log into my online HMRC account to investigate further. To my surprise, there were no signs of any Simple Assessments, nor did I owe them anything. What’s particularly troubling, however, is that they have my correct National Insurance number! I urge anyone who encounters something similar to report it to Action Fraud promptly. They might be able to look into the matter, especially if they can cross-reference the Bank Account Number!

Received a letter today containing a straightforward evaluation with this particular number... This appears to be a scam, as the bank details on the payment slip do not match those of HMRC.

I received a rather straightforward letter today stating that they’d previously contacted me regarding a breakdown and that I’ve not replied yet. They’re now urging me to make a payment using the enclosed slip. Quite concerning, I've sent photos of this letter over to HMRC’s phishing team for their review. What’s particularly troubling is how they managed to obtain my National Insurance number in the first place!

This letter seems fraudulent. Every correspondence I have ever received from HMRC includes my full name, with my middle name included; however, this letter does not. Furthermore, the alleged amount that they claim I owe is exorbitant. Additionally, numerous individuals have reported the phone number associated with this letter as counterfeit on various websites.

I have recently received a letter informing me that it is from HMRC and stating that there is an outstanding balance to be paid.

I dialed a legitimate contact number for HMRC mentioned in a letter I received, which informed me about a payment owed to me. However, upon contacting them, HMRC confirmed that the number was indeed associated with a fraudulent activity. Clearly, it was a complete scam.

I received a genuine letter from HMRC, but I'm a bit puzzled about the phone number listed on it. I reached out to HMRC using the contact details from their official website and verified that I have an outstanding balance of £800 from a prior tax year. It's wise to get in touch with HMRC directly for confirmation. There's a bit of panic among some users here, but my findings align with what's stated.

The provided number is indeed fraudulent. Following my conversation with HMRC, it is evident that this number has no trace within their system records. Furthermore, the statement of liabilities I received was in an incorrect format. According to HMRC, there are no outstanding debts or obligations on my behalf, hence confirming that this letter and number are part of a scam. We must be wary of relying on reviews declaring its authenticity, as they originate from the scammers themselves.

I received a call from this phone number regarding the simple assessment, but I am aware that it is bogus. Sadly, not everyone would be able to recognize it as such. Thank you for letting me know.

I recently received a call from this specific number regarding a payment that needs to be made for HMRC. The payment amount that is required is £1071.40.

I got hold of the identical scam letter, but after reaching out to HMRC, I can confirm there's absolutely no payment required.

I have received a letter stating that I owe money, but I am unable to reach HMRC to confirm whether it is fraudulent.

Absolutely dodgy! I reckon it's a complete con.

The AO Shipley serves as an HMRC office located in Shipley, Yorkshire, with 'AO' standing for Accounts Office.

I assure you, this isn’t a dodgy operation. It's actually HMRC pursuing outstanding debts. I dialled 0300 200 3300 and they connected me to the appropriate team to handle my query.

I recently got my hands on a rather unsettling tax letter from what's known as a Simple Assessment. A bit of digging around revealed that this correspondence is indeed genuine and not a ruse. Initially, I had my doubts, especially after reading various comments on this and other caller ID forums. Just to put my mind at ease, I reached out to the income tax helpline, which can be found on gov.uk at "0300 200 3300", and they confirmed that it was legitimately from HMRC. An interesting tidbit I discovered is that HMRC only contacts individuals using a number that appears as 'withheld', meaning any calls with ID masquerading as 0300 322 7835 are quite likely to be dodgy. I would strongly recommend that anyone who has received this particular letter reach out to the number listed on gov.uk for clarification. Furthermore, it’s prudent to request a comprehensive breakdown of the charges and verify whether your tax code has shifted in subsequent years for the amount that’s claimed to be owed.

I recently got a letter from HMRC that referenced this number, and I’m relieved to discover it’s a scam. It’s crucial for folks to stay vigilant about such things. Always make sure to access your personal account directly through the official HMRC website - it’s the safest route.

I must admit, I was rather sceptical at first, but after ringing the official government number, my concerns were put to rest. What it boils down to is that these are indeed taxable benefits reported via the P11D form - they’re distinct from regular income tax obligations. You won’t find it on the government gateway, unfortunately. So, it seems there’s no dodgy business here; it’s a real case of underpayment, much to my chagrin.

As an accountant by profession, I can confidently assert that this is, without a doubt, a fraudulent scheme.

I received a rather alarming letter stating that I owe £2250, so I decided to call the number, 0300 322 7835, referenced in the correspondence. When I spoke to the automated voice, I made it clear that I was eager to settle the outstanding balance but requested a detailed breakdown of the charges, as that was missing from the letter. To my surprise, the person on the line informed me that I would only get this information once I had made the payment. Things escalated when I mentioned that their website didn't reflect any outstanding amount against my name; the individual on the other end became quite flustered. I suggested I would handle the payment online, which prompted him to provide me with bank account details instead, insisting on an immediate transaction. I reminded him that my letter had a payment slip attached, yet he persisted in pushing for instant payment through the information he offered. When I inquired about why my account balance wasn’t visible online, he claimed that it could take up to three weeks after a letter is issued for it to show up. I decided it would be wise to wait for that information to manifest before making any payments. Just to clarify, I have already contacted HMRC, and to my relief, they confirmed that there’s nothing owed on my part, and that this number is not associated with them at all.

I appreciate you sharing this insight. My 95-year-old neighbour recently fell victim to a similar scheme and ended up sending money. It’s definitely a scam! The payment was directed to an A O SHIPLEY, which has no connection whatsoever to HMRC. I contacted HMRC directly, and they confirmed they know about this scam. Just a heads up, the letter includes an authentic national insurance number, which can make spotting the scam even trickier than usual. Stay vigilant!

Hello all! Just a quick heads up to remain vigilant while browsing this site. There seems to be a deceiver posting comments pretending to be from HMRC, claiming that this number is legitimate. I've reported quite a few of these, but they keep pouring in faster than I can manage. Appreciate your attention to this matter! Cheers!

I received a letter and decided to give them a ring, and I can confirm it's the real deal!

Authentic contact for Simple Assessment regarding debts and payments.

Today I got a rather dodgy letter in the post - clearly a scam. I rang the number provided, and they bombarded me with all sorts of queries about my personal information. Just to clarify, I’ve no outstanding tax, which has been verified by a representative from HMRC!

I got a letter and double-checked its authenticity on HMRC’s Twitter account before giving them a ring.

A family member of mine received a correspondence featuring this number, claiming they owed a whopping £2764. Upon ringing the number, they were met with a rather forceful demand to settle the debt immediately, or face legal action. After digging a bit deeper, it’s abundantly clear that this number is in no way linked to HMRC, despite the fact that the “0300” digits might resemble their official format. Moreover, the banking details provided in the letter don’t correspond at all with what HMRC specifies on their official website. I wouldn’t recommend taking this claim seriously; for peace of mind, it's best to reach out to HMRC directly using a contact number from their .gov site.

I recently got a letter claiming I owed £2250.00 for an overdue simple self-assessment. The number they provided was 0300 322 7835, so I rang them up and fed them a complete load of nonsense-made-up name, fake NI number, fictitious postcode, the lot. The bloke on the other end seemed really flustered and claimed he couldn't verify my identity. In the end, he just cut me off. Then, bizarrely, I called again and found I was speaking to the same chap! When does that ever happen? I simply said, "Apologies, wrong number," and hung up while he was still trying to salvage the conversation. Clearly, it’s a scam!

I received a message from a certain number purporting to be from the HMRC. The text stated that it seemed I had neglected to settle my tax obligations and insisted that I should act promptly, otherwise legal action would be taken against me! This is an example of a scam, and it is actually quite prevalent. It is important to note that HMRC does not engage in such practices.

This number isn’t a scam; it belongs to HMRC. Even if you haven’t received a tax rebate, there’s a chance you might be in the red from prior tax assessments.

I received a correspondence linked to a phone number purporting to be from "HMR," alleging that I had an outstanding tax balance from a previous year. It mentioned something about a Simple Assessment IT. I attempted to ring the number provided, however, it was after hours - they mentioned being closed until 9 the next morning. I couldn’t shake off my doubts regarding the legitimacy of the letter; the reference number seemed completely off from what one might expect from HMRC. Alarmingly, it did include my National Insurance number. I have my own HMRC gateway account, and it clearly shows that I have no tax owing from prior years, especially since I received a tax rebate back in October. While the letter had a convincing appearance, the phone number (03003227835) stood out as suspicious; it's not the number typically recommended for HMRC tax inquiries. While the rest of the contact information seemed standard, the accompanying statement of liabilities was poorly presented - it just listed the amount owed and the tax year, along with a payment slip for remitting a cheque, without any breakdown of how that sum was calculated. I've forwarded a copy of the letter to HMRC's fraud department. Just a heads up, this one’s definitely a scam.

I recently received a letter purporting to be from HMRC, stating that I owed some overdue tax and prompted me to ring 0300 322 7835 to discuss ways to settle the payment. I chose not to make the call. The correspondence seemed quite authentic, but considering I had received a tax refund from HMRC just a month prior, it raised my suspicions! Definitely a number to steer clear of and potentially report.