Currently serving and retired Armed Forces Personnel can claim a tax refund for their travel expenses, covering your previous 4 years. This includes your travel between posts / locations within the last 24 months. On average, an Armed Forces tax rebate can total £2,800-£3,500 (based on an average claim of 4-years). Our Armed Forces clients pay a reduced 25% fees.
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Armed Forces Personnel
These rebates are for you!
Average 4-year military tax rebate worth over £3,000
Reduced 25% fees for Armed Forces clients
Claim up to 4 years of travel expenses
Covers travel between posts/locations within 24 months
No upfront fee
30% of claim value
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What armed forces personnel say about us
Real reviews from armed forces personnel who trusted Zipptax with their Self Assessment.
"We work out of a lot of bases, some travel is reimbursed, but ZippTax arranged the rest to be refunded to me. Very simple and straight forward"
2nd Lt Flock
Royal Engineers
"We get a lot of expenses covered within the Military, however i personally spent a lot on excursion. Was able to submit and receive an expense rebate with ZippTax, really quick and a lot was covered within the process"
WO Madelene Grealish
WO
"I left the RAF a year ago, but managed to submit refunds for my last 3 years of service. ZippTax were very efficient (i liked that) and the refund was most welcome."
Sergeant Tom Ackers
RAF AT & WC
Your potential savings
Based on average claims from customers in your industry
£1200
Average per year
4
Years backdatable
£4800
Total potential
*Average amounts based on successful claims. Individual results may vary.
Who can apply?
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Earn over £12,500 per year (above the personal allowance)✈️
Travel to temporary postings (locations you work at for less than 24 months), including overseas deployments🎖️
Pay for work-related expenses yourself, such as travel, accommodation, or uniform maintenance, without full reimbursement from the Ministry of Defence (MoD)What You'll Need
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Mileage Logs: Records of dates, destinations, and miles driven for work-related travel
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Receipts: Proof of expenses like public transport tickets, accommodation, or uniform cleaning costs not reimbursed by the MoD
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Employment Details: Military ID, assignment orders, payslips, or PAYE reference number to confirm your postings and income
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Bank Details: For HMRC to send your refund directly to you
Why ZippTax?
Zipp Tax makes tax rebates easy, with your refund going straight from HMRC to you.
We charge 30% + VAT for PAYE claims (minimum £99 + VAT), invoiced separately
Reclaim your expenses from the last four years today!
Expert handling of all HMRC paperwork
Direct refund from HMRC to your account
Military Tax Rebates – Claim Back What You’re Owed with ZippTax
Tax Rebates for All Armed Forces Branches
Whether you’re currently serving or a former member of the British Armed Forces – including the Army, Royal Navy, or Royal Air Force (RAF) – ZippTax can help you claim a Military Tax Rebate you may be owed.
If you’ve paid tax on your income and covered work-related expenses yourself, you might be entitled to a refund from HMRC. We specialise in helping military personnel reclaim money for travel between postings, accommodation costs, uniforms, and specialist equipment.
Temporary Postings and Overseas Deployments
If you’ve worked at a temporary posting (assigned for less than 24 months) or been sent on overseas deployment, ZippTax can help you claim for your travel between posts – even for locations outside the UK.
We can help you claim for:
- Travel between bases, postings, or training sites
- Transport during overseas deployments
- Certain accommodation costs at temporary locations
With ZippTax, you can backdate your claim for up to four tax years, meaning if you’ve never claimed before, you could be due a large lump sum refund.
Military Expenses You Can Claim For
ZippTax will identify all eligible expenses to maximise your refund, including:
- Mileage for travel to temporary postings (45p per mile for first 10,000 miles)
- Public transport to temporary work locations
- Mess dress, uniform, and specialist clothing upkeep
- Accommodation during temporary postings
- Mess bills and subscription fees
- Professional or trade subscriptions
- Specialist training costs not reimbursed by the MOD
How ZippTax Makes It Easy
- Check Your Eligibility – We review your posting history and expenses to confirm you qualify.
- Gather Your Evidence – We guide you in collecting mileage logs, receipts, deployment orders, and pay documents.
- Submit Your Claim – ZippTax prepares and files your claim directly with HMRC.
- Get Your Refund – HMRC pays you directly, typically within 8–12 weeks.
Why Choose ZippTax for Your Military Tax Rebate?
- Specialist Knowledge – We understand HMRC’s armed forces expense rules.
- Maximum Refund – We make sure you claim every eligible penny.
- Hassle-Free – We handle all the paperwork and communication with HMRC.
- Fast Turnaround – The quicker you get your information to us, the sooner you get paid.