{"id":1515,"date":"2025-10-17T14:14:40","date_gmt":"2025-10-17T14:14:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/knowledge\/business-tax\/self-employed-tax-code\/"},"modified":"2026-03-31T10:55:24","modified_gmt":"2026-03-31T10:55:24","slug":"self-employed-tax-code","status":"publish","type":"knowledge","link":"https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/knowledge\/business-tax\/self-employed-tax-code\/","title":{"rendered":"Self-employed tax codes explained (2025 guide to HMRC codes)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"cg_test_pre_gate\" class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tax codes are part of the PAYE system, so there isn\u2019t a self-employed tax code as such.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But it\u2019s still important that the self-employed understand certain tax reference numbers, like the Unique Taxpayer Reference (UTR).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-azure-300-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-69910985 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-radius:10px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90)\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-self-employed-tax-codes-at-a-glance\">Self-employed tax codes at a glance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">a tax code tells HMRC how much income tax to collect<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">self-employed people only have tax codes if they also earn through PAYE employment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">common codes include 1257L, BR, and K<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">you can check your code through your HMRC online account<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">wrong code? Contact HMRC to fix it and prevent over (or under) paying tax<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Find out everything you need to know about tax codes for the self-employed, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex has-2-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\"><a href=\"#what\">what is a tax code?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\"><a href=\"#do-self-employed-people\">do self-employed people have a tax code?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\"><a href=\"#common-tax-codes\">common tax codes and what they mean<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\"><a href=\"#how\">how to check your tax code<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\"><a href=\"#wrong\">what to do if your tax code is wrong<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\"><a href=\"#emergency\">what is emergency tax?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\"><a href=\"#emergency-tax-codes\">what is the emergency tax code?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\"><a href=\"#self-assessment\">Self Assessment and tax codes<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\"><a href=\"#utr\">what is a UTR number?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\"><a href=\"#paying-tax\">paying tax if you\u2019re self-employed<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\"><a href=\"#mistakes\">common mistakes to avoid<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\"><a href=\"#faqs\">self-employed tax code FAQs<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what\">What is a tax code?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A tax code is a combination of numbers and letters used by HMRC to calculate how much income tax you should pay through the PAYE system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The number in your tax code reflects your personal allowance (the amount you can earn before paying tax) and any other factors that affect how much tax you owe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\"><strong>1257L \u2013<\/strong> the standard tax code for most taxpayers in 2025-26, representing the \u00a312,570 personal allowance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\"><strong>BR \u2013<\/strong> all your income is taxed at the basic rate (20 per cent) with no personal allowance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\"><strong>K \u2013<\/strong> you have income that isn\u2019t being taxed another way, for example, you owe tax from previous years or receive taxable benefits<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In simple terms: your tax code tells HMRC how much of your income should be taxed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-azure-200-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-30c80bf8 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-radius:10px;margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90);padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90)\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"do-self-employed-people\">Do self-employed people have a tax code?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you only earn money through self-employment, you won\u2019t normally have a tax code. You pay income tax via the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/knowledge\/self-assessment\/how-to-do-a-self-assessment-tax-return\/\" data-type=\"knowledge\" data-id=\"24133\">Self Assessment<\/a> system instead of PAYE.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, you\u2019ll also have a tax code for employment if you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">have a part-time job<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">receive a pension<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">or work as a freelancer with some PAYE income<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your self-employed profits are reported separately on your annual tax return.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Self-employed tax codes apply only when you have PAYE income alongside your business income.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"common-tax-codes\"><strong>Common tax codes and what they mean<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Tax code<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>What it means<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>When it\u2019s used<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>1257L<\/strong><\/td><td>Standard personal allowance (\u00a312,570)<\/td><td>Standard personal allowance (\u00a312,570)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>BR<\/strong><\/td><td>All income taxed at 20% (no allowance)<\/td><td>Second jobs or pensions<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>D0 \/ D1<\/strong><\/td><td>All income taxed at 40% \/ 45%<\/td><td>Higher or additional rate taxpayers<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>K<\/strong><\/td><td>You owe tax or have untaxed benefits<\/td><td>Benefits in kind, unpaid tax<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>NT<\/strong><\/td><td>No tax deducted<\/td><td>Certain freelance contracts or income types<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">HMRC updates codes each tax year. Always check the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/tax-codes\/overview\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">latest guidance on the government website<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how\"><strong>How to check your tax code<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can check your tax code in several ways:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">Log in to your HMRC <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/personal-tax-account\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">personal tax account<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">Review your income tax summary<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">Check recent payslips, P45, or P60 documents<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">If you think it\u2019s wrong, use HMRC\u2019s online service or call <strong>0300 200 3300<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why has my tax code changed?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your tax code may have changed if you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex has-2-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">start or leave a job<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">receive company benefits or expenses<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">claim allowances (e.g. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/knowledge\/self-assessment\/marriage-allowance\/\" data-type=\"knowledge\" data-id=\"38633\">marriage allowance<\/a>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">pay back underpaid tax<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"wrong\"><strong>What to do if your tax code is wrong<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your tax code doesn\u2019t look right:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">Contact HMRC directly \u2013 online or by phone<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">Provide your National Insurance number and most recent income details<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">Keep records of your communication<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">If you\u2019re employed, tell your employer\u2019s payroll department too<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">HMRC will review your details and issue a corrected code if needed. If you\u2019ve overpaid, you\u2019ll receive a refund. If you\u2019ve underpaid, HMRC will collect the difference through your next code or Self Assessment.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"cg_test_gate\" class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow cg_test_gate\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"emergency\">What is emergency tax?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re returning to employment after being self-employed, your new employer may put you on an emergency tax code. These are used when your new employer isn\u2019t aware of the details of your previous income.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"emergency-tax-codes\">What is the emergency tax code?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are several emergency tax codes, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">1257 W1 <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">1257 M1<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">1257 X<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"self-assessment\">Paying your Self Assessment tax bill through your tax code<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have income from both self-employment and employment, you may be able to pay your Self Assessment tax bill through your tax code.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This means that HMRC adjusts your tax code to reflect your self-employed earnings, and will take Self Assessment tax from your salary through PAYE in equal instalments over 12 months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To use this option you need to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">have a Self Assessment tax bill of less than \u00a33,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">send your online tax return by 30 December<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are other criteria too, which you can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/pay-self-assessment-tax-bill\/through-your-tax-code\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">check on the government\u2019s website<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-azure-200-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-30c80bf8 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-radius:10px;margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90);padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90)\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"utr\">What is a UTR number?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A tax reference that all self-employed people do have is a <a href=\"\/knowledge\/business-tax\/what-is-a-utr-number\/\" data-type=\"knowledge\" data-id=\"1195\">Unique Taxpayer Reference (UTR)<\/a>. <strong>This isn\u2019t a tax code or a National Insurance number<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Instead, a UTR is a 10-digit code that you\u2019re given by HMRC when you <a href=\"\/knowledge\/business-structure\/register-as-self-employed\/\" data-type=\"knowledge\" data-id=\"1501\">register as self-employed<\/a>. This is your personal reference for Self Assessment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you <a href=\"\/knowledge\/business-structure\/setting-up-a-limited-company\/\" data-type=\"knowledge\" data-id=\"1270\">set up a limited company<\/a>, your company is a separate legal entity, so it will have a separate UTR.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your UTR doesn\u2019t change. You have the same one throughout your life. If you stop being self-employed and then become self-employed again later, you\u2019ll still have the same UTR.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can find your UTR on previous tax returns and in your HMRC online account. It\u2019s also found on other documents from HMRC, like notices and payment reminders. If you can\u2019t find your UTR, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/hm-revenue-customs\/contact\/self-assessment\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">contact HMRC<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"paying-tax\">Paying tax if you\u2019re self-employed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re self-employed, you\u2019re responsible for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\"><a href=\"\/knowledge\/business-structure\/register-as-self-employed\/\" data-type=\"knowledge\" data-id=\"1501\">telling HMRC you\u2019re self-employed<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\"><a href=\"\/knowledge\/business-tax\/self-employed-tax-changes\/\" data-type=\"knowledge\" data-id=\"1514\">filing a Self Assessment tax return<\/a> each year<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">paying your tax bill and <a href=\"\/knowledge\/self-assessment\/how-to-pay-national-insurance-when-self-employed\/\" data-type=\"knowledge\" data-id=\"1440\">National Insurance contributions<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you stop being self-employed, you need to tell HMRC, otherwise you\u2019ll still be expected to file a tax return and you may be fined if you don\u2019t. Even if you begin paying tax through PAYE and you have a tax code, HMRC won\u2019t automatically assume that you\u2019re no longer earning self-employed income, so remember to let them know.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Check out our <a href=\"\/knowledge\/business-tax\/self-employed-tax-changes\/\" data-type=\"knowledge\" data-id=\"1514\">tax and Self Assessment resource<\/a> for more tips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"mistakes\">Common mistakes to avoid<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">thinking self-employed people always have a tax code \u2013 they don\u2019t unless they have PAYE income<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">ignoring changes in your code on payslips or P60s<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">forgetting to inform HMRC when your income or benefits change<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">using an old code after changing jobs or going self-employed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Tip:<\/strong> always review your tax code when your income changes. Mistakes are easier to fix early.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-azure-300-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-69910985 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-radius:10px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90)\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-self-employed-tax-codes-in-summary\"><strong>Self-employed tax codes in summary<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">your tax code determines how much tax you pay through PAYE<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">if you\u2019re self-employed, you\u2019ll only have one if you also receive PAYE income<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">always check your code, understand what it means, and contact HMRC if something looks wrong<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">it\u2019s a simple step that helps you stay compliant and avoid unexpected tax bills<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"faqs\"><strong>Self-employed tax code FAQs<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What does the L in my tax code mean?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The L in your tax code means you\u2019re entitled to the standard personal allowance. Most people in 2025-26 will have the code <strong>1257L<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do I find my self-employed tax code?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you also have PAYE income, check your payslip or HMRC account. If you\u2019re fully self-employed, you won\u2019t have a tax code.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What if my tax code is wrong?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you think your tax code is wrong, contact HMRC or check online. Provide your latest earnings so they can update your code quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I change my tax code myself?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No, you can&#8217;t change your tax code yourself. Only HMRC can issue or amend tax codes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-more-guides-on-running-your-small-business\">More guides on running your small business<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\"><a href=\"\/knowledge\/self-assessment\/self-employed-expenses\/\" data-type=\"knowledge\" data-id=\"1511\">What can I claim on tax? 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