National Insurance Checked 2026-08-11

NI Class 4 (self-employed) rates and limits

6% on profits £12,570–£50,270 · 2% above
rates / limits · valid 2026-04-06 → 2027-04-05

What is the NI Class 4 (self-employed) rates and limits right now?

The current figure is 6% on profits £12,570–£50,270 · 2% above (rates / limits), effective from 2026-04-06 to 2027-04-05, according to HMRC / gov.uk. Last checked against the official source on 2026-08-11.

Limits aligned with income tax thresholds; frozen until April 2031.

Official sourceHMRC / gov.uk
Valid from2026-04-06
Valid to2027-04-05
Last checked2026-08-11
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History

Previous values
6%/2% from 2024-04-06
9%/2% in 2023/24

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