Can I Get My P60 From HMRC?
HMRC will provide pay information but not an actual P60. However... with pay data you can create digital and printed P60 documents using the [Create] button.
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 you have several options for getting the information you need. Here’s everything you need to know.
Who issues P60s?
A P60 is your end-of-year tax certificate. By law, your employer must issue it by 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 — you’ll file a Self Assessment return instead
HMRC does not send out P60s. They receive the payroll data electronically from employers, but producing the actual document is always the employer’s responsibility.
What HMRC can provide instead
While HMRC can’t replace your P60, they can give you access to your earnings and tax records — which contain the same underlying information. There are three ways to get this:
| Method | How | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Personal Tax Account | Sign in at gov.uk/personal-tax-account | Employment history, tax paid, tax codes — instant and free |
| HMRC app | Download on iOS or Android | Pay and tax figures by year, accessible on your phone |
| Phone | Call 0300 200 3300 (Mon–Fri) | Statement of earnings for specific tax years |
The statement of earnings HMRC provides is widely accepted by mortgage lenders, landlords, and the Home Office as an alternative to a P60. It shows the same gross pay and tax figures.
How to get a replacement P60
If you need an actual P60 document rather than an HMRC earnings statement, you have three routes:
1. Ask your employer
Contact your payroll or HR department and request a duplicate P60 for the relevant tax year. Employers are required to keep PAYE records for at least 3 years and can usually reissue one. Many employers now issue P60s digitally through payroll portals — check there first.
2. Check your payroll portal
If your employer uses a system like Workday, BambooHR, or similar, your P60 may be available to download instantly under your documents section.
3. Create a replacement P60 online
If your employer can’t help — or you’ve left that job — OS Payroll can produce a professional replacement P60 on genuine payroll stationery. Enter your pay details from your HMRC Personal Tax Account and create a printed or digital document in minutes.
Check your P60 figures
Once you have your earnings data from HMRC, use the free P60 Calculator to check what your income tax and National Insurance should be — and make sure the figures are correct before creating a replacement document.
When you might need your P60
- Mortgage or loan applications — lenders ask for P60s as proof of income
- Rental applications — landlords and letting agents use it to verify affordability
- Tax refunds — HMRC uses it to calculate any overpayment
- Benefit claims — Universal Credit and other benefits require proof of earnings
- Visa applications — the Home Office uses it to verify income and tax compliance
Frequently asked questions
Can I get a P60 from HMRC online?
No — HMRC don’t issue P60s online or by post. They can provide a statement of earnings via your Personal Tax Account at gov.uk, which shows the same information and is widely accepted as proof of income.
What is the HMRC Personal Tax Account?
It’s a free online service at gov.uk/personal-tax-account where you can view your employment history, tax paid, tax codes, and National Insurance record. You’ll need a Government Gateway login to access it.
How long does HMRC take to provide earnings information?
The Personal Tax Account is instant — you can view your records immediately after logging in. If you call HMRC on 0300 200 3300, they can usually provide figures over the phone or confirm them in writing within a few days.
Can my new employer get my P60 from HMRC?
No. Your new employer can see your tax code via the PAYE system, but they cannot access your P60 or full earnings history from a previous employer.
What if my employer has closed down?
Contact HMRC via your Personal Tax Account or by phone. They hold PAYE records submitted by all employers, so they can provide your earnings and tax figures even if the employer no longer exists.
Is an HMRC earnings statement the same as a P60?
Not exactly — the format is different and it’s not produced by your employer. However, most organisations that request a P60 will accept an HMRC earnings statement as an alternative. If you need the actual P60 format, OS Payroll can produce a replacement document.
This post is for general information only and does not constitute financial or tax advice. For queries about your specific tax position, contact HMRC or a qualified tax adviser.