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.
