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HMRC Rules 2026: New Tax Regulations for eBay, Vinted & Online Sellers in the UK
From 2026, HMRC receives sales data directly from sites like eBay, Vinted, Depop and Etsy for many private and business sellers. Here's how to stay on the right side of UK tax law.
🔎 What Changed in 2026?
- All marketplaces (eBay, Vinted, Etsy, Depop) now send seller data to HMRC if you make 30+ sales in a year or earn over £1,000.
- This affects both 'casual' and business sellers.
- You must declare sales and pay tax if your profit exceeds the annual trading allowance (£1,000) or your regular personal allowance.
📦 What Counts as 'Online Selling'?
- Regularly selling for income/gain (not just getting rid of old personal goods).
- Reselling, making items to sell, or buying stock to sell.
⚠️ Do I Need to Tell HMRC?
- If you exceed 30 sales/year or £1,000 revenue, yes.
- Declare via your yearly Self Assessment (deadline: 31 Jan the following year).
- HMRC may contact you proactively if your marketplace reports you.
💡 Penalties & How to Stay Safe
- Not declaring = risk of fines, late payment penalties, or even prosecution.
- Keep records: what you sold, for how much, and related expenses.
- If in doubt — declare. It's better to be safe than get a letter later.
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Sources: East London Advertiser, Frooition. Last updated: March 2026.