Free expense checker

Can I claim this expense?

Type any business cost and get a straight answer, allowable, partly allowable or not, with the reason why, whether the VAT is reclaimable, and whether it counts as an everyday or a capital cost. Built for sole traders and limited companies on the 2026/27 rules. Tap any result for the detail.

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Please read. This is a quick guide based on the general rule that a cost must be wholly and exclusively for your business, plus the usual VAT and capital allowances treatment. Real life has grey areas, VAT recovery depends on being VAT registered, and the answer can change with the detail. It is general guidance, not formal advice. If a cost is borderline or valuable, ask us and we will give you a definite answer.