can i claim subsistence on my tax return
Travel and overnight expenses. If you have to travel for your work you may be able to claim tax relief on the cost or money youâve spent on food or overnight expenses, called âsubsistenceâ.You canât claim for travelling to where you work, unless itâs a temporary place of work.Expenses you can claim tax relief on from your business journey include: 1  public transport costs. 2  hotel accommodation if you have to stay overnight. 3  food and drink.f you have to travel for your work you may be able to claim tax relief on the cost or money youâve spent on food or overnight expenses, called âsubsistenceâ.