{"id":120652,"date":"2026-05-19T10:45:00","date_gmt":"2026-05-19T09:45:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en.econostrum.info\/uk\/?p=120652"},"modified":"2026-05-19T10:42:07","modified_gmt":"2026-05-19T09:42:07","slug":"get-hmrc-mileage-allowance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/en.econostrum.info\/uk\/get-hmrc-mileage-allowance\/","title":{"rendered":"Drivers Can Get Hundreds Back This Year With HMRC Mileage Allowance"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has confirmed that drivers using their own cars<\/strong> for work purposes<\/strong> can claim 45p per mile<\/strong> for the first 10,000 miles during the 2026-27 tax year, dropping to 25p per mile<\/strong> thereafter. The relief covers both fuel costs and vehicle wear and tear, offering significant support for those who travel regularly for work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who Can Claim Mileage Relief<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Employees who use their own cars for business trips\u2014such as visiting clients, attending meetings, or traveling between sites\u2014can claim this mileage relief. Tradespeople and workers who are not reimbursed by employers can claim directly from HMRC<\/a><\/strong>. Commuting to a regular workplace or personal trips, even if taken during work hours, cannot be claimed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The relief also applies to electric vehicle (EV) drivers<\/strong>, who can claim the same 45p per mile<\/strong> for the first 10,000 miles<\/strong> and 25p per mile<\/strong> thereafter. EV owners benefit particularly as charging costs can be as low as 5p per mile<\/strong>, which means a large portion of the mileage allowance goes straight toward additional savings. EVs registered before March 31, 2017<\/strong>, and under \u00a340,000<\/strong> also qualify for lower vehicle tax, making electric work travel even more economical.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Claim<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To make a claim, drivers must keep accurate records of all business journeys, including mileage, dates, destinations,<\/strong> and reasons for the trips.<\/strong> Employers can also claim an extra 5p per mile per passenger<\/strong> if carrying colleagues on business journeys. HMRC<\/a> processes these claims either through an employer\u2019s payroll or directly for employees who are not reimbursed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The relief ensures drivers are repaid for fuel and wear and tear, which has become increasingly important as petrol prices remain high, with some cars spending up to 20p per mile<\/strong> on fuel alone<\/strong>. The system also encourages the use of EVs for work travel, aligning financial and environmental incentives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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No, it's not unfortunately.

The tax relief on the mileage incurred is reimbursed through the tax deducted on your income.

If you paid no income tax on your income, you don't get a tax refund for the expenses incurred.

Tom<\/p>— HMRC Customer Support (@HMRCcustomers) September 22, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>