How do I create a gateway account?

Instructions on how to create government gateway account
  1. Go to HMRC’s login page.
  2. Click the GREEN sign in button.
  3. Click “Create sign in details”
  4. Enter your email address where asked.
  5. You will now be emailed a confirmation code.
  6. You will now be issued with a User ID for your government gateway account.

How do I get a Government Gateway User ID?

You’ll be asked to ‘sign in using Government Gateway’. Scroll down the page and select ‘Create sign in details‘. Enter the email address you want to use with your Government Gateway account. If you’re the super user, this must be the email address you used when you were enrolled on the service.

What is a valid Government Gateway User ID?

A Government Gateway user ID is a series of 12 digits that you use – alongside your password – to access the UK government’s secure online services, including the HMRC portal. However, your Government Gateway ID is still active and can be used to access these government services.

What happens if you forgot your Government Gateway ID?

If you still do not have your Government Gateway user ID or password. You will need to create a new Government Gateway account. You can use the same email address for this as before.

What is replacing Government Gateway?

Introducing GOV.UK Verify, replacing Government Gateway for new CAP schemes. GOV.UK Verify is the new way for people to prove who they are when using digital services. It will replace face-to-face and postal methods of verifying people’s identity, so the process can be done online..

Is Government Gateway ID same as universal credit?

People applying for Universal Credit will now be able to use their existing Government Gateway account to confirm their identity, helping to speed up their claim. You can find out more about how to apply for Universal Credit here.

What does a Government Gateway ID look like?

If you created a Government Gateway account when you registered for Self Assessment, VAT, or any other HMRC service, your Government Gateway user ID will have been sent to you by email or post at that time. It is a combination of up to 12 numbers, for example, 123123123123.

What is the difference between Government Gateway and GOV UK verify?

The Government Gateway provides a secure online account for using government services online. GOV.UK Verify is the new verification process replacing Government Gateway. GOV.UK VERIFY: It is a new secure way of proving who you are online for many of the government services.

Why do you need a Government Gateway account?

A Government Gateway account is created when you enrol (or sign-up) for a government online service for the first time. If you need to set-up a Government Gateway account in order to access a grant under the Self-Employment Income Support Scheme you should do so by following the links under the eligibility checker.

How do I verify my post office account?

To know your post office savings account balance, type ‘REGISTER’ and send it to 7738062873 from your mobile number registered with your savings/current account. Once your mobile number is registered for SMS facility, you can check your post office savings account balance by typing ‘BAL’ and sending it to 7738062873.

Can I delete my Government Gateway account?

Authenticate using one of the methods you set up. On your account page, select “Delete account” from the menu on the left side of the page. Select “Delete account” from the “Your account” menu. Enter your password to confirm that you want to delete your account.

Do I need a Government Gateway ID?

A Government Gateway User ID is used when you register for Self-Assessment, VAT or any other HMRC service. This user ID will be sent to you by email or post at the time you register. To create an account you will need the following information: your name, an email address, a password and a memorable word.

How long does it take to set up a Government Gateway account?

Please note the following before starting: The online registration process usually takes around 10 minutes to set up.

Do you need Government Gateway?

It can be used to access your Personal Tax Account and to complete your Self Assessment. However, it cannot be used to access your Business Tax Account. But anyone who needs to access their Business Tax Account will still require a Government Gateway ID.

How many years NI do I need?

You’ll usually need at least 10 qualifying years on your National Insurance record to get any State Pension. You’ll need 35 qualifying years to get the full new State Pension. You’ll get a proportion of the new State Pension if you have between 10 and 35 qualifying years.

Does Government Gateway still exist?

In March 2019, the Government Gateway was decommissioned and digital services were migrated to replacement systems. Prior to closing down, you could access the following services through the Government Gateway: Department of Agriculture.

Is the Government Gateway down?

Most people used it to log in to HMRC and file their personal tax return. It was shut down in March 2019.