Sometimes claimable
Can I claim working with children check or licences on tax?
Work-required licences and checks can be deductible where directly tied to current employment.
General guidance for Australian tax deductions only, not personal tax advice.
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See my work deduction areasWhen working with children check or licences may be claimable
- The cost is mandatory for your current role.
- It helps you continue in your existing income-earning activity.
When it is usually not claimable
- Costs for entering a new role or career may not be deductible.
Records to keep
- Receipt
- Evidence the requirement applies to your current role
Quick answer
Sometimes claimable. Whether you can claim working with children check or licences 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