1257LX

Tax Code 1257LX Explained

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Emergency code: standard allowance, non-cumulative

This is an emergency or non-standard tax code. If you see this on your payslip unexpectedly, contact HMRC on 0300 200 3300 to check it is correct.

1257LXEmergency (Non-Cumulative)

What does 1257LX mean?

The X suffix (equivalent to W1/M1) means your tax is calculated on a non-cumulative basis. Each pay period is treated independently. This is temporary and should resolve once HMRC processes your details.

Annual tax-free allowance

£12,570

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Example

A new employee whose records are being processed by HMRC.

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