Can you write off clothes for a business trip?
Can you write off clothes for a business trip? The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) allows certain individuals to write off work clothes as a business expense. You'll need to be self-employed to qualify, so if you consider yourself a sole proprietor, freelancer or gig worker, you fit this criteria. But not all business clothes are eligible for a deduction.
What travel expenses are not deductible?
Examples of deductible travel expenses include airfare and lodging, transport services, cost of meals and tips, and the use of communications devices. Travel expenses incurred while on an indefinite work assignment that lasts more than one year are not deductible for tax purposes.
What is not considered a travel expense?
Personal expenses, such as a new pair of shoes, don't count, even if you're traveling when you make the purchase.