Life in the UK test practice question · Government and law
How do most self-employed people pay their income tax?
Answer options
- Through PAYE, by their employer
- Through their Council Tax bill
- By sending a Self Assessment tax return every yearCorrect
- They do not pay income tax
Answer: By sending a Self Assessment tax return every year
Self-employed people fill in a tax return each year and pay income tax and National Insurance through Self Assessment.
Checked 8 November 2026