How to get authorised to act as a tax agent on behalf of your clients
Find out the different ways you can get client authorisation including the digital handshake, Online Agent Authorisation service, paper forms and through your client's business tax account.
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How to get authorised to act as a tax agent on behalf of your clients (updated 7 October 2026)