Does HMRC (Government Gateway) work with authenticator apps like MS Authenticator App?

Yes. HMRC (Government Gateway) supports TOTP authenticator apps, so you can generate its two-factor codes in MS Authenticator App.

Is HMRC (Government Gateway) two-factor authentication free?

Yes. Enabling authenticator-app 2FA on HMRC (Government Gateway) is free — you only need the free MS Authenticator App.

What if I lose access to my HMRC (Government Gateway) 2FA codes?

Use the backup or recovery codes you saved during setup. If you didn't save them, contact HMRC (Government Gateway) support to regain access, then re-add the account to MS Authenticator App.

Authenticator app for HMRC (Government Gateway)

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How to set up or enable two-factor authentication (2FA) for HMRC (Government Gateway)

To keep your HMRC (Government Gateway) account secure, enable two-factor authentication (2FA). This page explains how HMRC (Government Gateway) 2FA works, which methods HMRC (Government Gateway) supports, and how to protect and recover your account. The most secure option is an authenticator app: store your HMRC (Government Gateway) 2FA codes in MS Authenticator App and generate a fresh 6-digit code every time you sign in.

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2FA methods HMRC (Government Gateway) supports

SMS text message
Phone call
Authenticator app (TOTP)
Proprietary app

An authenticator app (TOTP) is the sweet spot: free, offline, and not vulnerable to SIM-swap attacks like SMS.

How to enable or set up 2FA for HMRC (Government Gateway)

HMRC (Government Gateway) supports two-factor authentication. Follow our step-by-step HMRC (Government Gateway) guide, or read the official HMRC (Government Gateway) documentation ↗ for the exact, up-to-date steps.

Frequently asked questions

Does HMRC (Government Gateway) work with authenticator apps like MS Authenticator App?: Yes. HMRC (Government Gateway) supports TOTP authenticator apps, so you can generate its two-factor codes in MS Authenticator App.
Is HMRC (Government Gateway) two-factor authentication free?: Yes. Enabling authenticator-app 2FA on HMRC (Government Gateway) is free — you only need the free MS Authenticator App.
What if I lose access to my HMRC (Government Gateway) 2FA codes?: Use the backup or recovery codes you saved during setup. If you didn't save them, contact HMRC (Government Gateway) support to regain access, then re-add the account to MS Authenticator App.

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