Paying Yourself as a Company Director: Salary & Dividends

Owner-directors of small limited companies usually pay themselves through a mix of salary and dividends. Learn how each is taxed in 2026/27, the National Insurance thresholds and Employment Allowance rules, the £500 dividend allowance and new dividend tax rates, how to pay dividends legally, and the pitfalls of director’s loans.

Tutwoo is an independent learning provider. This course gives general information about how company directors pay themselves, checked against GOV.UK in October 2026. It is not tax advice; get personalised advice from an accountant.