If the loan is repaid, released or written off, the company can claim repayment of the S.455 tax via HMRC’s L2P process or by amending the CT600A, depending on the timing.

As a director of a UK limited company, managing your Director’s Loan Account (DLA) correctly is essential—not just for compliance with HMRC rules, but to protect your financial health and credibility. This guide covers both borrowing from and lending to your company—plus how interest is handled and accurately reported.