Who is eligible for Rent a Room Scheme?

Available across the whole UK (England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland). Open to individuals — not restricted to businesses.

What is the deadline for Rent a Room Scheme?

This is a rolling scheme with no fixed deadline.

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Tax ReliefUK-wide

Rent a Room Scheme

HM Revenue & Customs

Description

Lets you earn up to £7,500 a year tax-free from letting out furnished accommodation in your own home — for example a spare room to a lodger. If someone else also receives income from letting the same property (a partner, for instance), the allowance is halved to £3,750 each rather than doubled.

Amount

£7,500 tax-free income per year (£3,750 if shared)

Deadline

Rolling / no fixed deadline

Eligibility summary

Available across the whole UK (England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland).
Open to individuals — not restricted to businesses.

Notes: £3,750 if income is shared with a partner or someone else in the property.

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How to apply

Automatic if income is under the threshold; if above, elect into the scheme via Self Assessment.

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Last verified: 1 August 2026. See the footer disclaimer — this is general information, not financial or tax advice.