Kareng638 Posted June 17, 2015 Share Posted June 17, 2015 Hi all, i am seeking some advice from previous holders of a 457 visa. I have only been here 4 months but I understand that I need to complete a tax return. Can I ask if any of the relocation costs are recoverable? For example, I have spent out of my own savings nearly $8k in buying new furniture for the new rental and over $1800 in fees to the quarantine station for my pooch coming over from the UK that the company I work for doesn't cover. Is it worth going to an accountant that specialises in 457 visa's? Feeling a bit lost with it all. Thanks K Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickyNook Posted June 17, 2015 Share Posted June 17, 2015 LOL! I doubt the ATO will think that your choice to have a dog and your decision to bring it with you to Australia is something that the Australian taxpayer should subsidise.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kareng638 Posted June 17, 2015 Author Share Posted June 17, 2015 i didn't think they would to be honest, it was just a general question as not really had any advice from anyone, just that it needs to be completed.. sorry for asking stoopid questions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickyNook Posted June 17, 2015 Share Posted June 17, 2015 Sorry. Didn't mean to laugh. The ATO does allow all sorts of weird deductibles for some people. A lot of them are dependent on occupation. If you were blind (for example) I'm sure there'd be some sort of deduction for the quarantine costs of your guide dog - but for ordinary pets, sadly not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bungo Posted June 19, 2015 Share Posted June 19, 2015 i didn't think they would to be honest, it was just a general question as not really had any advice from anyone, just that it needs to be completed.. sorry for asking stoopid questions. Of course it is not recoverable. Why would Australian taxpayers be subsidising your lifestyle choices? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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