Claimable Expenses for UK Small Businesses

Running a limited company in the UK? Understanding what business expenses you can claim helps reduce your corporation tax bill and keeps more cash in your business.

At SC Group, we simplify the rules so you can focus on running your company.

What Expenses Can You Claim?

Staff Salaries & Director Wages
‍Salaries, including employer National Insurance, are fully deductible.‍
Pension Contributions
‍Company pension payments reduce corporation tax.‍
Phone, Mobile & Internet
‍Business-use telecoms are claimable. Limited personal use permitted.‍
Business Travel & Mileage
‍Hotels, flights, taxis, and mileage (45p per mile for first 10,000 miles) are allowable.‍
Meals & Subsistence
‍Meals during business trips or overnight stays can be claimed.‍
Accountancy & Professional Fees
‍Accountants, solicitors, consultants, and professional memberships are deductible.‍
Marketing & Advertising
‍Google Ads, social media, print ads, and website costs are allowable.‍
Office Costs
‍Computers, software, stationery, furniture, and home office use (subject to rules) can be claimed.‍
Insurance
‍Professional indemnity, public liability, and other business insurances are claimable.
‍Repairs, Renewals & Leasing
‍Maintenance, equipment hire, and repairs are deductible.‍
Clothing & Uniforms
‍Branded uniforms and protective clothing only.‍
Business Gifts
‍Small branded gifts under £50 are allowable.‍
Bank Fees & Loan Interest
‍Bank charges and interest on company borrowings are deductible.

Expenses You Cannot Claim

Personal clothing
Private or non-business expenses
Excessive parties or gifts over HMRC thresholds

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Every business is different. Our team at SC Group ensures you’re claiming everything you're entitled to – without falling foul of HMRC.