Tax relief on the cost of cleaning, repairing or replacing specialist work clothing, uniforms or tools you have to pay for yourself.
Many people who are entitled to support never claim it. Check who qualifies, how much you could get and how to make your claim through the official channel.
The rules depend on where you live in the UK and on your household’s circumstances.
What Tax Relief for Uniforms, Work Clothing and Tools offers
- Flat rate option: Many jobs have an agreed flat rate so you don't need receipts.
- Backdated claims: Claim up to 4 previous tax years.
- Tax code change: Relief is usually given through your tax code.
- Free to claim: You can claim directly with HMRC at no cost.
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Who can get it | Employees who pay to clean, repair or replace a uniform, specialist clothing or tools needed for their job |
| How much | Varies; claim the actual cost or an agreed flat rate expense for your job |
| Backdating | Claim for the current tax year and the 4 previous tax years |
| How to claim | Online through HMRC's service or via Self Assessment |
Key points
Flat rate option: Many jobs have an agreed flat rate so you don't need receipts.
Backdated claims: Claim up to 4 previous tax years.
Tax code change: Relief is usually given through your tax code.
About HM Revenue & Customs
Tax Relief for Uniforms, Work Clothing and Tools is run by HM Revenue & Customs. Claims are made free of charge through the official government channel.
We explain the rules independently and then send you to the official page to claim. We are not a government website.
Amounts and rules can change. The decision on your claim is made by HM Revenue & Customs.