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Tricky question - accommodation tax relief work abroad.

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    Tricky question - accommodation tax relief work abroad.

    Hi all
    I am new here and would kindly appreciate some help. I am currently a sole trader. I have been offered a job abroad by a foreign employer for 3 months(probation), it is a short contract and could potentially be made longer. I will be considered an employee of the foreign company.

    There are no dual taxation rules for this country.

    They are paying me an accommodation allowance but I need to rent the property my self and will be reimbursed. If I return to the UK after the 3 month probation (for example if /kids do not like the role), I will ofcourse be considered UK resident. Can I claim tax relief on accommodation costs ? My 2 children will be with me.

    As it is a probation, I plan on continue to pay rent on my UK flat and it is for this reason I would like to know if I can get the tax relief ?

    I will also be given travel allowance by the foreign employer , is this tax deductable in the UK.
    My main concern is the accomodation as ofcourse this is the biggest cost.

    Thank you for your help. I have foundHMRC literature for UK companies sending people abroad but not my situation - sole trad - foreign employmen t for short period.

    Regards.

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