What does the tax code 1257L cover?

#1 · June 2, 2025, 8:35 am

Many employees who get the normal tax-free Personal Allowance in the UK use the 1257L tax code. This means you are allowed to earn £12,570 in a tax year (2024/25) before taxes are deducted. Having an "L" shows that you can get the standard tax-free amount. Based on your code, your taxes are deducted from your salary through PAYE (Pay As You Earn). A tax code of LI means things are generally simple with your taxes.

#2 · February 9, 2026, 3:02 am

Tax code 1257L usually shows how much tax-free income you can earn before paying tax in the UK.
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