In HMRC terminology, “green forms” typically refer to the digital “G-forms” (GOV forms) available for tax practitioners and agents. Alternatively, they may refer to the paper 64-8 form used to authorize an accountant to act on your behalf.
1. Agent Digital Forms (G-Forms)
HMRC uses a series of electronic forms called “g-forms” (or i-forms) for various agent tasks, such as requesting certificates of residence or overlap profit details. These forms require you to log in via your https://www.gov.uk/government/
2. Standard Authorisation (Form 64-8)
If you’re looking to appoint a tax agent or need to sign up a client, the standard paper and digital pathways are:
- Digital “Handshake”: Agents can send a digital authorization link to clients via their agent services account.
- Form 64-8: The primary paper form used by clients to authorize an agent to deal with their tax affairs.
3. Locating and Submitting Forms
Because there are dozens of different tax and agent g-forms, it is easiest to locate the exact one you need directly through the https://www.gov.uk/government/
