Can I Get My P60 From HMRC? Step-by-Step Guide

One of the most common questions people ask is: “Can I get my P60 directly from HMRC?” The short answer is no — HMRC doesn’t issue P60s. But don’t worry: you can still get a copy if yours is missing. Here’s everything you need to know.

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✅ Who Issues P60s?

A P60 is an annual summary of your pay and tax. By law, your employer must provide it no later than 31 May after the end of each tax year.

• If you’re employed on 5 April, your employer issues your P60.
• If you had more than one job, each employer should give you one.
• If you’re self-employed, you won’t get a P60 at all — instead you’ll file a Self Assessment return.

👉 HMRC does not send out P60s.

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❌ Why Can’t HMRC Give You a P60?

HMRC receives payroll information through the PAYE system, but they don’t produce P60s themselves. That’s the employer’s responsibility.

If you’ve lost your P60, HMRC can’t replace it — but they can provide alternative records, such as an employment history or tax statement.

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📌 How to Get a Replacement P60

If you need another copy:

1. Contact your employer’s payroll or HR team
   • Request a “duplicate P60” for the tax year you need.
   • Employers must keep records for at least 3 years, often longer.
2. Check your online payroll system
   • Many employers issue digital P60s alongside payslips.
   • Log in and download a PDF copy if available.
3. If your employer has closed
   • HMRC can’t give you a P60, but you can ask for an employment history using your Personal Tax Accountonline or by calling them.
     
     You could also create a P60 using the button above if you have your information.

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📲 Using HMRC’s Personal Tax Account

Even though HMRC doesn’t provide P60s, your Personal Tax Account is a useful tool:

• View employment history
• Check tax paid
• See tax codes and other PAYE details

This information can sometimes be accepted as proof of income if a P60 isn’t available.

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🏦 When You Might Need a P60

• Mortgage or loan applications – banks may ask for your most recent P60.
• Benefit claims – including Universal Credit.
• Tax refunds – to check you’ve paid the right amount.

If you don’t have the form, your employer or HMRC’s alternative records can usually be used instead.

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