Deductions for 3713 motor vehicle allowance

By Evan Robinson · Updated 12 November 2015

AB said:
10 November 2015 at 17:10

I receive a car allowance listed under code 3713 on my IRP5 in addition to my reimbursive travel claim, listed as 3702. Can I claim any deductions against the 3713 allowance and if so, what deductions will be allowed?

TaxTim Evan said:
10 November 2015 at 17:41

Are you sure this was for the car? Car is usually 3701/3702/3703.

AB said:
11 November 2015 at 13:27

It is listed as Other Allowances on the payslip but is the same amount monthly and only received when a car was purchased.

TaxTim Evan said:
12 November 2015 at 7:39

In theory you cannot claim against this allowance, ask your employer to correct this to 3701 and reissue your IRP5.

AB said:
12 November 2015 at 10:56

Thanks.
What is a 3713 allowance normally used for? So that I can explain this better to them?

TaxTim Evan said:
12 November 2015 at 17:38

Normal items are:

- Entertainment allowance
- Tool allowance
- Computer allowance
- Telephone allowance
- Cell phone allowance
- Housing allowance

AB said:
12 November 2015 at 17:41

Thank You for your help

Salary / IRP5

Independent Contractor

Deductions

Commission

Travel Allowance