Tax Claims from Inland Revnue

[andhraguy]

Hi ,

I was told that some of the tax paid to inland revenue can be claimed back ( like petrol milage expenses , food expenses) etc.

Does this come under tax credits ?? Would this have any impact on the prospective PR applicants?

Thanks,

[John]

Does this come under tax credits ??

No, it is merely a calculation of the main income tax liability. So no one should worry about claiming a tax refund that they are due.

If indeed someone is legitimately claiming Tax Credits then the expenses claim mentioned here would reduce taxable income, and that might potentially increase the amount of tax credits payable.

[Mafia]

Assuming that you are employed (i.e. not self employed), you can claim these expenses under S336 ITEPA 2003 (formerly S198 ICTA 1988).

What you need to do is write to your local tax office to make a claim that all the expenses were incurred wholly, exclusively and necessarily in the performance of your duties. They should then recalculate the tax without you having to complete a tax return or repayment claim. If you did previously complete tax returns then you can submit a revised assessment.

Good luck.

[andhraguy]

Hi,

Thank you very much for your clarifications.

AdhraGuy