Working from Home Tax Relief: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn if you can claim tax relief on household costs if your employer requires you to work from your home.
This scheme allows employees to claim tax relief on extra household expenses incurred because they work from home.
Who it's for
This is for employees who are required by their employer to work from their home rather than an office or other workplace.
What you get
You can receive tax relief on the additional household costs you pay because you are working from home.
What it costs you
There is no direct fee to make this claim, but you must claim it online. You will also need to get confirmation from your employer that you are required to work from home.
The catch to know
You cannot claim this relief if you choose to work from home for your own convenience or personal preference. It must be a requirement set by your employer.
How to apply
- Ensure your employer requires you to work from home.
- Gather any necessary confirmation from your employer.
- Submit your claim through the official online portal.