What can travel agents claim on tax in 2025-26?
A plain-English guide to tax deductions for travel agents: what qualifies, what to watch out for, what you can claim without receipts, and how much travel agents typically claim.
$2,000typical work-related claim
There are no fixed ATO limits: you claim what you genuinely spent and can prove.
Deductions specific to travel agents
The deductions most closely tied to your line of work. You still need to have paid for each yourself, used it to earn your income, and kept a record.
Familiarisation ('educational') trips
Work-related famil trips — strictly the work portion, with strong records.
- The work-related portion of a famil trip that directly relates to your current role
Watch out: Claiming a trip that is mainly private/holiday as a work expense
Industry courses and devices
Industry training and the work-use share of your devices.
- Industry courses relevant to your current role
- Work-use portion of phone and devices
Watch out: Study for a different career
What travel agents can also claim
- Working from homeClaim 70c for every hour you work from home — no receipts, just an hours log.
- Car and vehicle for work88c per km for work driving (up to 5,000 km) — or a logbook for bigger claims.
- Self-education and coursesCourses that maintain or improve the skills for your current job.
- Union and professional feesUnion dues and professional memberships are fully deductible.
- Tools and equipment under $300Work items costing $300 or less are claimable in full this year.
- Tools and equipment over $300Bigger items are claimed gradually as they decline in value (depreciation).
- Phone and internetThe work-use share of your phone and internet bills.
How much do travel agents typically claim?
A guide to what travel agents on different incomes commonly claim in total work-related deductions. Use it as a sanity check, not a target.
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| Annual income | Lower | Typical | Higher |
|---|---|---|---|
| Up to $60,000 | $500 | $1,300 | $3,000 |
| $60,000 to $100,000 | $800 | $2,000 | $4,500 |
| Over $100,000 | $1,200 | $2,800 | $6,000 |
The typical range is an estimate based on what people in your occupation commonly claim. The ATO does not publish fixed limits — your actual entitlement depends on what you genuinely spent. Claiming more than the typical range is fine if you have the receipts; claiming less than the low range may mean you're leaving money on the table.
The $1,000 standard deduction: claim it or itemise?
From 2026-27, employees get a $1,000 standard deduction for work expenses with no receipts. Travel agents on $80,000 typically claim around $2,000, which is more than $1,000 — so itemising gives a bigger deduction, worth about $320 less tax at that income. To itemise, you need written evidence for every work expense; the $300 no-receipts allowance ended on 30 June 2026.
Compare on your own incomeThree rules for every claim
- 1You paid for it yourself and weren't reimbursed.
- 2It's directly related to earning your income — not personal, not 'just in case'.
- 3You have a record — a receipt, diary, log or bank statement.
Travel Agents tax deductions: FAQs
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Official reference: the ATO's guide for travel agents.
Deductions for other jobs
- Adult Industry Workers
- Allied Health Professionals
- Apprentices & Trainees
- Bus Drivers
- Call Centre Operators
- Cleaners
- Community & Care Workers
- Construction Workers
- Defence Force Members
This page is general information only and not personal tax advice. The claim ranges are illustrative, not ATO limits, and photos are illustrative. EOFYmate is not a registered tax agent. Always confirm with the ATO at ato.gov.au or a registered tax agent before lodging.