What documents should I receive when I leave an employer?

When you leave employment you should receive a form P 45. This will show:

• your PAYE tax code number
• your total earnings for the tax year to date
• how much tax has been deducted from your earnings for the tax year to date

It is important that you receive a P 45 on leaving employment. If you do not receive it you may find you have to pay more tax initially in your new job, until your correct code number is confirmed.