How are qualified commuting expenses determined? Actually, the qualified is determined by IRS Internal Revenue Code Section 132(f) and there are 2 qualified expense categories
Public Transportation
- Land transportation, such as buses, trains, cable cars, etc.
- Water transportation, such as ferries, etc.
Parking Expenses
- Parking garages, parking lots, or parking meter
- Parking fees for parking on or near locations used to commute to work, normally mass transit facilities such as train, bus, or subway stations, etc.
Ineligible expenses include
- Tolls, taxis and traditional ride sharing (Uber, Lyft, etc.) are not qualified.
Exceptions include:
- Uber Pool Commuter
- Lyft Line
- Via
If you're wondering whether an item or service is eligible under these categories, here are a few ways to find out.
Eligibility List
You can view a comprehensive list of eligible expenses HERE.
Ask Us
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