Everything You Need to Know About the P60 Form

What is a P60 form?
A P60 is your End of Year Certificate from HMRC. It shows the total earnings you’ve received from your employer and the deductions made for tax and National Insurance in the tax year.

Why do I need a P60?
Three main reasons:

1. To prove your income to banks, mortgage lenders, or for benefit applications.
2. To check that you have paid the correct amount of tax.
3. To help you claim a tax refund if you have overpaid.

How do I get my P60?
Your employer must give you a P60 if you were employed on the last day of the tax year (5 April). It can be issued as a paper document or electronically.

What information is on a P60?

• Employer’s name and PAYE reference number.
• Your name, NI number, and payroll number.
• Total pay and tax deductions for the year.
• National Insurance contributions paid.
• Any statutory payments received.

Who gets a P60?
All employees working for an employer at the end of the tax year.

When don’t I get a P60?
If you leave a job before 5 April, you will get a P45 instead of a P60 from that employer.

When is a P60 issued?
Employers must provide it by 31 May following the end of the tax year.

Where do I submit my P60?
You don’t send your P60 to HMRC unless requested. Keep it in your records for at least 22 months, as it may be required for tax or benefit purposes.

How do I sign a P60 form online?
You don’t usually sign a P60 - it’s prepared by your employer. If you need to provide a copy to a third party, ensure it’s securely shared.