Every employer has a different approach when it comes to deciding who qualifies for this benefit. All employees who want to claim a mileage allowance typically need to provide certain things to their employer before the allowance is granted. One is a copy of their driving record and the other is proof that they have insurance on the vehicle. These are things that the employee should have ready for viewing if asked.
In almost every case, the employee will need to track their mileage, or at the very least, the mileage that they are claiming for the allowance. This can be done in one of several ways but one of the easiest methods is to jot down the mileage before they leave the office until they return from their business outing. Then this information can be inputted into a mileage tracking software program. Some companies will supply their own version of software which is then submitted directly to the expense department for easy viewing and calculation of the applicable mileage allowance.
The government does have a limit imposed as to how much an employer can reimburse their employees for in terms of a mileage allowance. The limit does increase depending on how much the employee is expected to use their vehicle. It's a good idea to have a clear indication of what the allowance you will receive will be when you begin your employ.
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