Sometimes claimable
Can I claim home office running costs on tax?
Home office running costs may be claimable where work is done from home and records are kept.
General guidance for Australian tax deductions only, not personal tax advice.
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See my work deduction areasWhen home office running costs may be claimable
- Work is actually performed from home.
- Your method and records support the claim.
- Only the work-related component is claimed.
When it is usually not claimable
- Private or non-work use is not claimable.
Records to keep
- Evidence of hours or work use
- Bills or records as relevant
Quick answer
Sometimes claimable. Whether you can claim home office running costs usually comes down to work-related use, whether you paid for it yourself, whether any private portion is excluded, and whether you can support the claim with records.
Verify with current ATO guidance
ATO: Occupation and industry specific guidesATO: Records you need to keepATO: Work-related deductions
Deductly guide last reviewed: 2026-04-16