What travel can be claimed as business mileage in South Africa
BRUCE LAISTER
Last Update 9 months ago
In South Africa, you can claim business mileage for travel that is directly related to your work. Here’s a simple breakdown of what qualifies:
Claimable Travel:
- Business Meetings: Travel to meet clients, suppliers, or for business discussions.
- Site Visits: Trips to project sites, construction locations, or other work-related venues.
- Conferences and Training: Travel to attend business conferences, workshops, or training sessions.
- Client Deliveries: Trips made to deliver goods or services to clients.
Non-Claimable Travel:
- Commuting: Regular travel between home and your primary place of work is not claimable.
- Personal Errands: Any travel not related to your business activities is also not claimable.
How to Calculate:
- Logbook: Keep a detailed logbook of your trips, noting dates, distances, destinations, and purposes.
- Reimbursement Rate: Use the prescribed rate per kilometre set by the South African Revenue Service (SARS) to calculate your claimable amount.
By keeping accurate records and focusing on business-related travel, you can effectively claim your business mileage.