What Expenses Can I Claim While Working Away? #AskAMS

Expenses that you claim on top of fuel while you are working away.

Generally, if you stay away overnight, you can claim for the actual costs of the accommodation and a meal on top of your mileage.  You can also claim Incidental Overnight Expenses, (receipts not needed) these are not necessarily business expenses but items such as toothpaste, telephone calls to family etc. up to £5 per night in the UK and £10 outside the UK.

If you stay with friends/family, you can claim for a meal, a gift, or a contribution to bills. Here you must claim the actual cost and keep receipts if possible.

If you rent a property while you are away, you can claim for rent, utilities and Council Tax.

If you are a Personal Service Company, and are caught by IR35, new rules affect travel expenses so you should really seek advice.