Cost Crunch: Countries offering remote work tax relief & benefits

Excerpt from hrnews.co.uk

As the cost of living rises and many countries experience an energy price hike there’s a growing concern over the cost of working from home.

 

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However, with the right knowledge in place, could remote working remain cheaper than a traditional office job? 

Global hiring experts Remote have detailed the remote working tax deduction opportunities in nine key countries below. You can learn even more about taxation and pay in countries across the globe using the company’s Country Explorer information bank. 

No matter where you live, knowing your employee rights and your nation’s available benefits for remote workers is crucial for reducing the cost of living while working from home. 

UK

The British government offers remote employees a standard tax relief of £6 per week to support the costs of additional gas, electricity, and communication charges related to working from home.

Ireland

In Ireland, remote workers are entitled to 10-30% reimbursement of their electricity, heating and internet bills for the number of days worked at home.

Germany

In Germany, remote workers are entitled to €5 per day for remote working expenses. This is capped at €600 (the equivalent of 120 days of remote work). 

France

Remote workers in France can claim an allowance for their home office. This is often reimbursed as a lump sum to the employee. The allowance is limited to €10 per month for an employee working from home once a week. 

 

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