Logistics & HGV driver tax refund

Are you a transport or logistics worker in the UK? Learn if you may be due a tax refund today!

Many logistics & HGV drivers could be due a tax refund on various work-related expenses such as food and drink on the go, and uniform costs. With help from SwiftRefunds, we can help you claim what HMRC owes you!

In 2022 we have reclaimed over £23 million in tax rebates back from HMRC

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Do you work in lots of different locations to do your job and think you may be due a tax rebate? Well, find out whether you’re entitled to make a Tax claim by answering a few simple Tax-related questions below.

HGV Driver Tax Refund - Claim Now!

Are you in the transport and logistics trade and think you may be due a tax rebate? Whether it’s food and drink on the go, or uniform costs, we can help you identify whether you’re entitled to make an HGV driver tax refund by answering a few simple tax-related questions below with our online form.

What Is a Logistics & HGV Tax Rebate?

A logistics and HGV tax rebate is a reimbursement for drivers who have overpaid taxes to the HMRC, or have outstanding expenses that weren’t accounted for. If you’ve been paying more tax than necessary, you could be entitled to a substantial refund. We understand that many logistics drivers aren’t aware that they’re owed money, and the claim process can be quite difficult, which is where our service comes in to simplify the process!

What Can I Claim a Logistics & HGV Driver Tax Refund On?

If you have used personal funds to cover work-related costs as a logistics or HGV driver, you can claim a refund on:

Food and drink on-the-go
Vehicles for work use
LGV and other licence costs
Overnight expenses (accommodation)
Necessary uniform (and associated cleaning and maintenance costs)
Training and certification fees

How Far Back Can I Claim?

Current legislation in the UK says you can go back up to four tax years when you claim a Military tax refund. This means at the current moment in time you can claim for the following periods:

Effectively this means you can claim Tax relief from 6th April 2020.

How Do I Make a HGV Driver Tax Claim?

Easy! Let Swift Refunds file your claim!

We understand that making a logistics & HGV driver tax claim can be stressful and daunting, especially if you aren’t sure where to start with your claim. Not to mention the great care and attention to detail required when submitting your claim. Would you feel comfortable that you are making the maximum claim? Would you feel confident that you are making the right claim, and that if you submit an incorrect claim, you could get fined and penalised?

Don’t worry about the little details, we’ll take care of it all for you. Contact us today if you have any questions about your HGV driver tax claim.

Customer Stories

Swift Refunds has helped hundreds of workers in the transport and logistics industry to claim back what they are entitled to, check out what our clients have to say about their experience with us.

Hear what HGV driver Paul has to say about his experience using Swift

Hello, my name is Paul Teahan I’m a HGV lorry driver, I used Swift for my tax returns, I found them extremely professional and helpful from start to finish, they kept me informed with emails and phone calls, nothing was too much trouble! If you are wanting to claim on your tax returns I highly recommend Swift, thank you very much!

Paul Teahan

HGV Driver

HGV driver Scott’s experience using Swift Refunds

Hi there, Scott Mclelland here I’m a HGV class 2 driver I used Swift Refunds and I’d just like to say they were very quick, professional in the way they dealt with my claim, very helpful. Made the whole process very easy so would highly recommend Swift Refunds.

Scott Mclelland

HGV Driver

Delivery driver Joe claimed back over £700

Hi my names Joe Mcdonald, im a delivery driver, I would just like to thank Swift Refunds for my claim it was a fast process and support throughout the full refund process was second to none and I would definitely recommend them to family and friends, thank you.

Joe McDonald

Delivery Driver

RAC patrolman Karl got a £2000 tax rebate from HMRC after completing a 10-minute application form.

I was recommended Swift Refunds by a colleague, I was a bit sceptical at first, so I had a quick look on the website, filled out the forms, sent off the paperwork that they wanted just a few sort of standard little bits payslips, etc and sort of waited. A few short weeks later I had a nice little email telling me that I had £2000 on its way to me which is obviously a nice little bonus before Christmas. It was easy the whole way through, there was no pressure to do anything, there was no work on my part at all really, they pretty much did the whole lot for me. So yeah 10 out of 10 I would highly recommend them.

Karl Gilder

Patrolman - RAC

How Long Do HGV Driver Tax Rebates Take?

The duration of your HGV tax rebate process can depend on these two factors:

How fast you can get the required information to Swift Refunds.
How busy HMRC are, this depends a lot on what time of the year it is.

The sooner you start a claim process, the better, as a standard claim takes 8-12 weeks for HMRC to process a tax refund.

As deadlines apply for making claims, we advise you to get in touch as early as possible to avoid excessive delays.

Logistics & HGV Driver Tax Refund FAQs

How do I find out if I am due a logistics & HGV driver tax refund?

You will either receive a tax calculation letter (a P800), a simple assessment letter, or if you have work expenses that HMRC are not aware of, you will need to submit a claim manually. Even if you don’t receive a P800, this doesn’t mean that you aren’t eligible for a tax refund.

What expenses can I claim for my HGV driver tax refund?

As a logistics or HGV driver, you can claim a variety of expenses, including meal expenses, overnight parking costs, and costs associated with the issue or renewal of your LGV licence. Additionally, uniform tax refunds are available for protective clothing or company-branded attire. It’s essential to keep all relevant receipts and invoices as evidence to support your claims.

Are there any fees associated with claiming a tax refund?

Claiming a tax refund directly through the HMRC doesn’t always incur a fee, however, many individuals and businesses choose to use professional services, like the service we offer at Swift Refunds, to ensure their claims are accurate and maximised, which does have a fee. We understand that making a claim can be extremely time-consuming, and any small mistake can incur a fee, which is why we offer a 100% Swift Guarantee, meaning that you don’t have to worry about HMRC asking for any of your money back. As long as you give us full and accurate information, if HMRC doesn’t agree with how much we’ve claimed and asked for any money back, we will pay it.

How long do I have to submit a claim for HGV driver tax refunds?

You can backdate your HGV tax claim for up to four years from the date you held the position of an HGV driver. The HMRC allows you to submit claims for expenses incurred during this period, even if you worked for different employers.

What should I do if I am self-employed as an HGV driver?

If you are self-employed as an HGV driver, you should include all your business-related expenses in your self-assessment tax return. This includes all the costs associated with your operations, such as fuel, maintenance, and any other relevant expenditures. Additionally, you may register as a sole trader with HMRC to qualify for tax rebate claims as a self-employed worker.

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