How do I claim my Uber rides as a business expense?

By Marc Sevitz · Updated

Claire

Claire said:
11 January 2016 at 13:15

How do I claim my Uber rides as a business expense?
TaxTim Marc

TaxTim Marc said:
11 January 2016 at 15:46

Are you self-employed?
Claire

Claire said:
11 January 2016 at 15:51

Hi yes I am
TaxTim Marc

TaxTim Marc said:
11 January 2016 at 16:10

You can claim this within the "Local Business Trade and Professional Income" section of your tax return. There is a block for local travel expenses. Just make sure you keep the emails/bank statements showing the cost as proof in case SARS asks for support.