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Amurray(Newbie)Newbie
25 May 2021

Hi, I have a novated lease work Ute as part of my salary. Since receiving the vehicle I have had to add items like, reverse alarm, uhf radio, flashing lights, toolboxes as they are required for work. I have paid for these,are these able to be claimed as a tax deduction ?

thanks !

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TonyATO(Community Support)Community Support
ATO Certified Response27 May 2021

Hello @Amurray

Yes, you can claim these expenses if:

    • you paid for them yourself,
    • you have not been reimbursed, and
    • they were not part of a salary sacrifice arrangement

    Regards,

    TonyATO

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    TonyATO(Community Support)Community Support
    ATO Certified Response27 May 2021

    Hello @Amurray

    Yes, you can claim these expenses if:

      • you paid for them yourself,
      • you have not been reimbursed, and
      • they were not part of a salary sacrifice arrangement

      Regards,

      TonyATO

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