How Much Can I Claim Without Receipts in Australia 2025? Nanak Accountants Explains

MELBOURNE, Australia - July 22, 2025 - PRLog -- If you've lost receipts or forgot to keep them this year, you're not alone. The team at Nanak Accountants has released a clear guide on how much you can legally claim without receipts on your Australian tax return for 2025.

According to the Australian Taxation Office (ATO), you can still claim limited deductions without physical receipts  but there are strict rules.

Up to $300 for work-related expenses
The ATO allows individuals to claim up to $300 in total for items like stationery, tools, and small equipment without needing to provide receipts — but only if you genuinely spent the money and can explain the work-related use.

Up to $150 for laundry
If you wash eligible uniforms or protective clothing (with a logo or occupation-specific), you can claim up to $150 without evidence of detergent, water, or electricity bills.

Up to 5,000 km car travel (no logbook)
If you use your personal car for work, you can claim up to 5,000 km per vehicle per year using the ATO's cents-per-km method. You don't need fuel receipts or a logbook, but you must have a reasonable estimate — like a diary or calendar record.

It's not an automatic deduction.
Nanak Accountants warns that claiming "$299" without any actual spending can raise red flags with the ATO. Their data-matching systems are smarter than ever in 2025.

Use Tech to Stay Compliant
Tools like the ATO's myDeductions app or a simple spreadsheet can help you track expenses in real time and ensure you're claim-ready next year.

"Our goal is to help clients maximise deductions without ever crossing the line," says Puneet Singh, Principal Accountant at Nanak Accountants. "Knowing the ATO limits protects your refund and your peace of mind."

Need Help?

For personalised, ATO-compliant advice on how much you can claim without receipts, visit us on https://nanakaccountants.com.au