Average offshore tax refund can be around £2,800. Offshore workers can claim a rebate under HMRC's 'temporary workplaces' rule if the trips had been made within the previous 24 months. This includes travel to and from airports and heliports, and additionally other work related expenses such as your gear, uniforms and additional tools & equipment.
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Offshore Workers
These rebates are for you!
Average offshore tax refund around £2,800
Claim under HMRC's 'temporary workplaces' rule
Back claim up to the last 4 years
Covers travel to/from airports and heliports
No upfront fee
30% of claim value
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What offshore workers say about us
Real reviews from offshore workers who trusted Zipptax with their Self Assessment.
"A great company whom arranged my rebate despite my work and time demands"
Robert Lawley
Avionics Onsite Engineer
"Loved the team there, very helpful and thorough as i had 3 years to go back"
Alex Thompson
Rig Supervisor L1
"Took about 9 weeks, but worth it. Got my rebate to my bank directly so very happy with this"
Emma Robertson
DD Cross Train DX Specialist
Your potential savings
Based on average claims from customers in your industry
£2,800
Average per year
4
Years backdatable
£11,200
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 (PAYE) or are self-employed🛢️
Travel to temporary workplaces (rigs or platforms for less than 24 months) including to/from airports or heliports⛑️
Pay for work-related expenses like travel, accommodation, or personal protective equipment (PPE) without full reimbursementWhat You'll Need
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Rig / Work History: List of rigs or platforms, dates, and durations, obtainable from your employer or systems like Vantage
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Mileage Logs: Records of travel to airports/heliports or other work related destinations
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Receipts: Proof of expenses like flights, hotels, meals, or PPE not reimbursed
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Employment Details: Payslips, P60s, or contracts to verify income and work locations
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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
Offshore Worker Tax Rebates for Oil, Gas & Renewable Energy Sectors
Working offshore comes with unique challenges — long shifts, time away from home, and often significant travel and equipment costs. If you work in the oil, gas, or renewable energy sector (such as oil rigs, wind farms, or other offshore installations), you may be entitled to a tax rebate for certain unreimbursed work-related expenses.
At ZippTax, we help offshore workers claim back what they’re owed from HMRC — quickly, simply, and with no upfront fees.
Who Can Claim?
You could be eligible if you:
- Work offshore in oil, gas, wind, or other renewable energy projects
- Travel to temporary workplaces (locations where you work for less than 24 months)
- Pay for work-related expenses out of your own pocket without full reimbursement from your employer
- Have worked in the UK or on UK-related contracts in the last 4 tax years
What Can You Claim For?
Many offshore workers are entitled to reclaim costs such as:
- Travel to and from ports or heliports
- Ferry or flight costs to offshore installations
- Accommodation and subsistence while away from home
- Specialist tools or PPE required for your role
- Training courses and certifications
- Other job-specific expenses that your employer does not fully cover
Offshore Tax Rebates vs Seafarers’ Earnings Deduction (SED)
The offshore worker tax rebate is separate from the Seafarers’ Earnings Deduction.
Depending on your work type and contracts, you may qualify for both. We’ll review your circumstances to ensure you claim the maximum you’re entitled to.
How Far Back Can You Claim?
You can claim for expenses going back up to 4 tax years. Even if you no longer work offshore, you can still claim for past years if you meet the eligibility criteria.
How ZippTax Helps You
- Free initial assessment — check if you qualify in minutes
- We handle all the paperwork — no stress, no confusion
- Maximised claim — we make sure every eligible expense is included
- No win, no fee — you only pay when your rebate is successful
Don’t miss out on money you’ve already earned.
Start your offshore worker tax rebate claim with ZippTax today and get back what’s yours.