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PAYE Online

PAYE Online is HMRC’s digital service that allows employers to manage their PAYE responsibilities, submit payroll information and access tax related updates.

What is PAYE Online?

PAYE Online is HMRC’s online platform for employers to manage Pay As You Earn (PAYE). Once registered, employers can use the service to send Real Time Information (RTI) submissions, view tax codes, check payment records and receive notices such as P6 and P9 updates. To use PAYE Online, employers need to link their HMRC account to their payroll software so that RTI submissions can be sent automatically each time employees are paid. The service helps ensure payroll is accurate, compliant and up to date.

Things to know

  • Employers must register with HMRC to use PAYE Online
  • It’s used to send Real Time Information (RTI) every time employees are paid
  • Employers receive tax code notices and other updates through the service
  • PAYE Online must be connected to payroll software
  • It helps ensure PAYE deductions are accurate and compliant

FAQs

Why do employers need PAYE Online?

To submit payroll information to HMRC, receive tax code updates and manage PAYE obligations.

How do employers register for PAYE Online?

Through the HMRC website, using their Government Gateway account.

Does PAYE Online work with payroll software?

Yes. Employers must enter their PAYE Online credentials into their payroll system so RTI submissions can be sent automatically.

What information is sent through PAYE Online?

RTI submissions can include employee pay, tax, National Insurance and starter/leaver details.

Do employees use PAYE Online?

No. PAYE Online is for employers. Employees manage their own tax information through their personal HMRC account.

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