Work-from-home Allowance: Who Qualifies and What You Get

This scheme provides a tax-free payment to help cover the various costs incurred when working from your home instead of an office. In the Netherlands, this is often referred to by the local term Thuiswerkvergoeding.

👤Who it's for

This scheme is specifically designed for employees who perform their professional duties from their home environment. If your job requires you to work remotely rather than commuting to a physical company office, you may be eligible for this support.

🎁What you get

You receive a tax-free allowance intended to offset the daily costs associated with maintaining a home office. This helps mitigate the personal expenses you face when your workspace is located within your own residence. Because it is tax-free, the full amount is available to help cover your home-based work expenses.

💰What it costs you

There is no direct fee or tax paid by the employee to access this allowance. However, the actual amount you receive is subject to your employer's discretion. This means the specific amount of money provided for your daily home office costs is determined by your individual agreement or contract with your employer.

⚠️The catch to know

It is important to understand that you cannot combine this benefit with other commuting benefits for the same day. Specifically, you cannot claim this home office allowance and a travel allowance for the same day. You must ensure that your compensation structure accounts for this restriction to avoid errors in your payroll.

📝How to apply

1. Review your employment contract to see if your employer provides the Thuiswerkvergoeding.
2. Speak with your employer or your HR department to confirm the specific daily amount they have decided to provide.
3. Monitor your monthly payslips to ensure the tax-free allowance is being correctly added to your compensation.
4. Consult the official portal of the Belastingdienst for further guidance on tax-free status.