Inheritance Tax and probate contact number
HMRC's Inheritance Tax line covers IHT forms, references and valuations after a death, and general probate tax questions. Note the shorter hours: 9am to 5pm.
Checked against gov.uk on 14 September 2026
Inheritance Tax general enquiriesLocal rate
Other ways to call
From outside the UK: +44 300 123 1072
Have this ready before you call
- The deceased's details and date of death
- Your IHT reference number, if you have one
Common questions
Is this the probate application line?
No. This line covers the tax side: IHT forms and references. Probate applications themselves go through HMCTS, and gov.uk's probate service has its own contact details.
What does the call cost?
0300 123 1072 is standard rate, the same as a landline call and inside inclusive minutes on most plans.