Police officer tax deductions: what you can claim
What you can claim, what you cannot, and the records the ATO expects. Written in plain English and updated for the 2025–26 financial year.
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What you can claim
- Uniforms and equipment not employer-provided.
- Firearm cleaning equipment (own).
- Self-defence or fitness training if required by employer.
- Union fees (Police Association).
- Self-education.
What you cannot claim
- Home to station.
- Standard gym membership unless required.
- Personal grooming.
Records you need to keep
Employer requirements documentation, receipts, union invoices. A claim without a receipt or tax invoice behind it is a claim you may have to repay if the ATO asks.
Common questions
What records do I need to keep?
Employer requirements documentation, receipts, union invoices. Keep them for five years from when you lodge.
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