Home Office Expenses

A Home Office Expenses policy explains when remote employees will be reimbursed for reasonable and necessary work-related home office costs (and what documentation is required), while meeting any state-specific expense reimbursement rules.

How to Write a Home Office Expenses Policy

• Start with "why" and introduce the concept.
• State whether your organization offers a home office allowance or reimburses home office expenses.
• Define the types of home office items and expenses the support is meant to cover.
• Explain how covered items, limits, and eligibility are determined.
• Require employees to submit receipts or other documentation under your expense policy.
• Include a compliance statement for any jurisdictions where reimbursement is legally required.
• Tell employees where to go with questions or to confirm whether an item qualifies.

For advice on writing a Home Office Expenses policy in a specific jurisdiction, see below.