Q: What is the commuting deduction in Finland?

The commuting deduction (työmatkavähennys) allows you to deduct the cost of your daily travel between home and workplace. The deduction is based on the cheapest available mode of transport.

Question 1

What is the commuting deduction in Finland?

Accepted Answer

The commuting deduction (työmatka­vähennys) allows you to deduct the cost of your daily travel between home and workplace. The deduction is based on the cheapest available mode of transport.

Question 2

How much is the commuting deduction?

Accepted Answer

The commuting deduction equals the actual cost of the cheapest transport option minus the non-deductible portion (€750/year). The maximum deduction is €7,000 per year.

Question 3

Can I deduct car travel for commuting?

Accepted Answer

You can deduct car commuting costs if public transport is not reasonably available, or if using a car saves at least 1.5 hours per day compared to public transport. The deduction is based on the public transport equivalent cost.

Matkakulut vuodessa	2 400,00 €
Omavastuu (vähennetään)	− 900,00 €
Maksimivähennys	7 000,00 €
Hyväksyttävä vähennys	1 500,00 €
Veroetu (30 % × vähennys)	450,00 €
Todelliset nettokulut	1 950,00 €

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