How does it work?
If you do freelance/contract work in the UK, you can claim work related expenses against your tax through 1st Contact's Umbrella Company service. These can include the cost of your flight to the UK plus any shipping costs. You can also fast track your National Insurance Number.
What is the benefit for me?
Any expense that you claim reduces the amount of income that you have to pay tax on. For example if you earn £1000 and have expenses of £200, you will only pay tax on the balance of £800. In real terms you can claim back up to 40% of the cost of your flight once you start working in the UK . See below for example of various flight expense claims.
For example if you are an Australian and you purchased your Kickstart package in Australia
| Flight Ticket |
Air Fare (Incl Tax) |
Tax Rebate |
Total Fare After Rebate |
AUS to London |
AUD 2000 |
40% |
AUD 1200 |
AUS to London |
AUD 2000 |
20% |
AUD 1600 |
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