Veterans' Employer National Insurance Relief

Who can apply

A summary of the main rules, not the full list. HM Revenue & Customs decides who is eligible, so read their guidance before you apply. The free scan checks these against your own business.

• Hiring a veteran into their first civilian role

How to apply, in brief

Your payroll operator sets National Insurance category letter V in the Full Payment Submission your payroll software sends HMRC each payday — there is no application form and no grant payment; the saving lands as lower employer NICs.

1. 1Confirm the hire is a qualifying veteran
2. 2Work out the 12-month qualifying window
3. 3Set category letter V in your payroll software
4. 4Use the fallback route if category V doesn't fit
5. 5Keep the evidence for 4 years

How long a decision takes: Immediate once category V is set — the relief applies automatically through each payroll run

The full guide, with what to do at each step, the official link for it and a draft to work from, is part of the £19.95 report.

Common questions

Is Veterans' Employer National Insurance Relief open for applications?

Yes. It is open for applications until 5 April 2028.

How much is Veterans' Employer National Insurance Relief worth?

Up to £6,790. It is a tax relief, and the funder decides what each applicant receives.

Who runs Veterans' Employer National Insurance Relief, and where is it available?

HM Revenue & Customs runs it. It is available across the UK.

How do I apply for Veterans' Employer National Insurance Relief?

Your payroll operator sets National Insurance category letter V in the Full Payment Submission your payroll software sends HMRC each payday — there is no application form and no grant payment; the saving lands as lower employer NICs.