Sometimes claimable
Can I claim phone bill on tax?
You may be able to claim the work-related portion of your phone use if you paid for it yourself.
General guidance for Australian tax deductions only, not personal tax advice.
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Find my missed deductionsWhen phone bill may be claimable
- Expense must relate to earning your income.
- Only work-related use is claimable.
- You need a reasonable basis to work out your business or employment percentage.
When it is usually not claimable
- Private use is not claimable.
- Employer-reimbursed amounts are not claimable.
Records to keep
- Phone bill
- Reasonable work-use calculation or usage basis
- Proof you paid the expense
Key question to ask yourself
Do you use your phone for work?
Quick answer
Sometimes claimable. Whether you can claim phone bill 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