The short version: A P60 is a summary of your pay and tax for the entire tax year. Your employer gives you one after the tax year ends (5th April), showing what you earned and what was deducted.
What’s it for?
It’s proof of your income and tax paid. You might need it for mortgage applications, loan applications, rental references, or if you’re filing a Self Assessment tax return.
What information does it show?
Your total pay before deductions, total Income Tax deducted, total National Insurance paid, your tax code, and your employer’s details. If you have a workplace pension, it might show contributions too.
When do you get it?
By 31st May after the tax year ends. So for the 2024/25 tax year, you’d receive it by 31st May 2025.
What if you had multiple jobs?
You’ll get a P60 from each employer you worked for on 5th April. If you left a job during the year, you’d have received a P45 for that one instead.
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