Uniforms and work clothing
Cleaning, repairing or replacing a uniform or specialist clothing you have to wear for work.
Tax refunds for employees
Paid for work costs yourself? You may be able to claim tax back
If you pay for things you need for your job and your employer doesn't pay you back, HMRC may give you tax relief on them. We'll check what you can claim, and make sure the claim is right.
Who this is for
- Employees who wash, repair or replace their own uniform
- People who buy their own tools or specialist clothing for work
- Anyone who pays professional fees or subscriptions needed for their job
- Employees who use their own vehicle for work journeys
- Nurses, healthcare workers, police, trades, cabin crew and many other jobs
What you may be able to claim for
Tools and equipment
Repairing or replacing small tools or equipment you need to do your job.
Professional fees and subscriptions
Fees and subscriptions to professional bodies on HMRC's list, where you need them for your job.
Vehicle use for work
Business journeys in your own car, van, motorcycle or bicycle, where your employer pays you less than HMRC's approved mileage rates. Your normal commute doesn't count.
Other work expenses
Some other costs you have to pay to do your job, such as certain travel and overnight expenses. We'll check what applies to you.
Things to know
How it works
Send an enquiry
Tell us your job and what you've been paying for.
We check what applies
Paul checks your situation against HMRC's rules and lets you know honestly whether a claim is worth making.
We make the claim
If it's worth going ahead, we prepare the claim and send it to HMRC for you.
We may introduce some enquiries to partner firms and may receive a fee for doing so. We'll always tell you before we pass on your details.
What you'll usually need
- Your National Insurance number
- Your employer's details and your job title
- Receipts or records of what you paid for
- Your mileage records, if you're claiming for vehicle use
Common questions
How far back can I claim?
HMRC generally allows claims for the current tax year and the previous four tax years.
Can I claim for my commute?
No. Travel between home and your normal place of work isn't allowed. Business journeys to other places can be.
Can I claim for working from home?
Only in limited cases, usually where your employer requires you to work from home, not where you've chosen to. We'll check whether it applies to you.
Why use an accountant instead of claiming myself?
You can claim directly with HMRC. Many people come to us because they're unsure what they can claim, want to claim for several years at once, or already file a Self Assessment return. We'll always be upfront about our fee so you can decide.
Someone contacted me offering to get me a tax refund. Should I use them?
Be careful with unexpected calls, texts or emails offering refunds. If you're unsure, check with HMRC directly or send us an enquiry and we'll give you an honest view.
Find out if you can claim
Tell us about your job and what you've paid for. We'll give you a straight answer.