Clear Tax Accountants Clears the Air on What Meals You Can and Can't Claim This Tax Season

Clear Tax Accountants14 Oct, 2025Business

Food and drink are usually personal expenses, and most of the time you can't claim them on tax. But there are two clear exceptions: when you're on overnight work travel or working overtime. If you both bought and ate the meal while working overtime, and received a proper overtime meal allowance, you may claim that cost. The allowance must come under a valid award or agreement, and be reported as income on your return.