How to Download Your P60 from Xero Me: Step-by-Step Guide

How to Download Your P60 from Xero Me: Step-by-Step Guide (2025)

Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you download your P60 from Xero Me:

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Log in to Xero Me:
- Open your web browser and go to the Xero Me login page: https://login.xero.com/identity/user/login/xero-me.
- Enter your login credentials (email and password) and click “Log in”.
Access your payslips:
- Once logged in, you’ll be on the Xero Me dashboard.
- Navigate to the “OVERVIEW” section. This is where all your pay-related documents are stored.
Locate your P60:
- In the “Payslips” section, look for the Year Drop down list with the link “Download P60 Report” or a similar option.
- Then a new tab with your P60 documents opens.
Download your P60:
- Once you see your P60 for the relevant tax year you wish to download.
- Click on the download icon or link next to the P60 document.
- The P60 will be downloaded to your device, typically in PDF format.

If you encounter any issues or cannot find your P60, it’s advisable to contact your employer or payroll administrator for assistance, as they can ensure that your P60 has been correctly published and is accessible to you.

Why It’s Important to Keep Your P60 on File

Your P60 is an official summary of your pay and the tax you’ve paid during the tax year. It’s important to keep it safe for several reasons:

Proof of Income
You may need it when applying for a mortgage, loan, or rental agreement—it shows how much you earned and paid in tax.
Tax Checks & Refunds
If there’s ever a mistake or you need to claim a tax refund, your P60 helps you provide accurate information to HMRC.
Universal Credit or Benefits
Some benefit applications require proof of earnings and tax paid, and the P60 is a key document.
Employment History
It’s useful for keeping track of your income history, especially if you change jobs or need to reference previous earnings.
Self-Assessment or Tax Returns
If you do a tax return (e.g. for side income), the P60 helps you report your employment income correctly.

Why You Got a P45 and Not a P60

If you didn’t get a P60, but instead received a P45, it’s because of when you left your job.

P60 is given at the end of the tax year (5 April) only if you’re still employed with that company at that time.
P45 is given when you leave a job—it shows your pay and tax up to the date you left.

So, if you left your job before 5 April, your employer isn’t required to give you a P60. Instead, your P45 acts as your end-of-employment record for that tax year.