Running a limited company? Knowing what you can and can’t claim as a business expense is essential for keeping your tax bill down and your finances in good shape.
Our free downloadable guide, 101 Allowable Expenses for Limited Companies and Directors, helps you uncover legitimate claims, reduce your Corporation Tax liability, and stay fully compliant with HMRC rules.
This guide is ideal for limited company directors and small business owners looking to run their operations more tax-efficiently. Whether you’re the sole director or managing a growing team, understanding which expenses can be claimed through your limited company is vital for protecting profits and avoiding costly mistakes.
If you’ve recently switched from sole trader to limited company status, or are thinking about doing so, this guide will help you navigate the differences in allowable expenses and avoid blurring the lines between personal and business costs. It’s especially helpful for consultants, contractors, freelancers, and professionals who want to maximise tax efficiency without falling foul of HMRC.
Even if you’re new to running a limited company, getting a grip on allowable expenses from day one will make record-keeping easier and tax returns far less stressful. Plus, if you work with an accountant, this guide can help you ask better questions and keep control of your finances year-round.
Tax as a company director can be complex, but it doesn’t have to be confusing. This free guide gives you clear, jargon-free insight into the types of business expenses your limited company can claim.
It covers 101 specific allowable costs, from direct business spend like IT equipment and salaries, to lesser-known claims such as trivial benefits, home office use, and professional memberships. Many directors miss out on tax relief simply because they didn’t know what’s claimable, this guide makes sure you’re not one of them.
By downloading this guide, you’ll save time researching HMRC guidelines, reduce your Corporation Tax bill, and minimise the risk of errors that could lead to penalties. Whether you manage your own books or have an accountant, this is an essential resource for the financial health of your company.
And the best part? It’s completely free.
This easy-to-understand PDF lists 101 legitimate business expenses you can claim through your limited company. Each item comes with a short explanation and helpful note, especially useful when an expense might have both business and personal use.
Office and equipment costs (home office, leased premises, IT)
Travel, mileage, and accommodation (company car vs. personal vehicle)
Marketing and lead generation
Salaries and staff costs
Business entertainment (within HMRC rules)
Insurance, subscriptions, and software
Training and CPD
Director-specific expenses (e.g. pension contributions, trivial benefits)
…and many more
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