The Federation of Tax Advisers (formerly "FTA") is a former professional body concerned with UK taxation issues.
On 3 June 2009 it became a part of the IFA Group through a merger with the Institute of Financial Accountants.
There are two levels of tax advisors of the IFA: Members at Associate or Fellow level may apply for and be granted an IFA tax practicing certificate subject to meeting the eligibility criteria.
If they provide services to the public that are not covered by their tax practicing certificate, such as accountancy, this can affect their membership and supervision with the IFA.
An IFA member applying for a tax practising certificate must: This article about an organisation in the United Kingdom is a stub.