I work in security, can I claim a uniform tax rebate?
Taxpayers in the security sector are eligible to claim for the cost of laundering uniform and buying any protective clothing.
Your first tax rebate claim can be backdated for the last four years and it doesn’t make any difference if you have worked for a number of different employers in that time.
As long as you are not reimbursed by your employer and there are no laundry facilities provided at your workplace.
What is classed as a uniform?
This must be clearly defined as a uniform, like a Security high-visibility, luminous vest. It can also be something carrying the company brand or logo. This does not apply to an all black dress code or to badges that can be removed.
Can I apply for anything else?
There are several common work expenses tax reliefs that are successfully claimed by security workers:
- Security Industry Authority (SIA) registration
- Travelling to temporary workplaces in your own vehicle
- Public Space Surveillance licence (CCTV)
- Fees to belong to some work related professional bodies
How to claim your security industry tax rebate
You will need to make your claim either via post or online with the tax office. The tax office offer phone support if you need it and will let you know an outcome to your claim in roughly 8-12 weeks by post.
