HMRC has announced a forthcoming CDS update on 23 October 2025

The update will be completed without a system outage. This release includes:

  • Adding electronic document functionality to several Document Codes
  • Changes to the use of Document Status Codes ‘XW’ and ‘XX’
  • Changes relating to NI movements

Please see the below documents for more information:

Update on Proposed Changes to Document Status Codes for CHED Document Codes

Changes introduced in CDS release 4.9.0.1 (Date 23rd October 2025) – Guidance for Traders

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