If an NHS Tax Credit Exemption Certificate holder has died, you must contact us directly using our online form.
You can call us on 0300 330 1347.
The helpdesk is open Monday to Friday 8:00am to 6:00pm and Saturday 09:00am to 03:00pm.
After contacting us, you can destroy your certificate and tell HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC).
Tax Credits ending April 2025
Tax Credits are being replaced by Universal Credit from April 2025. Tax Credit claimants will receive a Migration Notice letter from The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) about moving onto Universal Credit.
To be entitled to help with your NHS health costs through Universal Credit, you must meet the qualifying conditions.