💼 Uniform Tax Rebate Calculator

How to Claim Your Uniform Tax Rebate

✅ Who Can Claim?

You can claim tax relief on uniform and work clothing if:

• You're required to wear a uniform showing your employer's logo
• You wear protective clothing that's essential for your job
• You're an employee paying UK income tax (not self-employed)
• You've paid for cleaning, repairing, or replacing the uniform yourself

📋 How to Make Your Claim

1. Online (fastest): Use HMRC's online service at gov.uk/tax-relief-for-employees
2. By Post: Fill in form P87 and post to HMRC
3. By Phone: Call HMRC on 0300 200 3300

💰 Flat Rate Expense Allowances

HMRC provides flat rate expense allowances for different occupations. You don't need receipts - just claim the flat rate for your job. Here are some common rates:

🔍 Can I Claim Higher Amounts?

Yes! If your actual uniform costs are higher than the flat rate, you can claim the higher amount. You'll need to keep receipts and evidence of:

• Purchase costs of uniform items
• Cleaning and laundry costs
• Repair and replacement costs

⏰ Backdated Claims

You can claim tax relief for the last 4 tax years. For example, in 2025 you can claim back to the 2021/22 tax year. This means you could receive 4 years of rebates in one lump sum!

📊 Example Claims

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need receipts?
Not for flat rate claims. HMRC accepts the standard allowance without receipts. If claiming actual expenses, you'll need receipts.

How long does it take?
Online claims are usually processed within 5 working days. Postal claims can take 8-12 weeks.

Will I get a lump sum or adjustment?
Backdated claims are usually paid as a lump sum. Future claims are applied as an adjustment to your tax code.

Can I claim if I'm on minimum wage?
Yes, as long as you pay income tax. If you earn under the personal allowance (£12,570), you won't pay tax so can't claim relief.

What if I've changed jobs?
You can claim for any job where you had to wear a uniform, as long as it was within the last 4 years.