UK PAY GUIDE · 2026/27
How bonuses are taxed in the UK
A cash bonus is normally treated as employment income. It can therefore increase Income Tax, employee National Insurance and, where relevant, student-loan deductions.
What it means
Our Bonus calculator compares estimated deductions before and after adding the bonus so you can see the estimated extra deductions attributable to it.
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Important
These tools provide illustrative estimates and are not tax, legal or financial advice. Actual payroll treatment depends on individual circumstances.