Uniform tax relief

If you work in health or social care and are required to wear a uniform or protective clothing, you may be able to claim tax relief if you personally pay to clean, repair or replace it.

This may apply to:

• Care home staff
• Domiciliary care staff
• Community and frontline health & social care workers
• Support, facilities and operational staff required to wear uniform or PPE

This is an individual claim (not something employers or providers apply for). In most cases:

• You don't need receipts
• Claims can be backdated for up to 5 years
• You may receive a refund or adjustment to your tax code

Check eligibility and claim online:
https://www.gov.uk/tax-relief-for-employees/uniforms-work-clothing-and-tools

If you wear a uniform for work and cover the cleaning or replacement yourself, it's worth taking a few minutes to check.