Can nurses and midwives claim AHPRA registration fees?

Yes. AHPRA registration fees and annual practising certificate fees are fully deductible for nurses, midwives, and other registered healthcare professionals. These are mandatory costs directly linked to earning your income, so the ATO allows a full deduction.

Can nurses claim work uniforms and scrubs?

Yes. If you wear a specific uniform, scrubs, or protective clothing required for your nursing or care role, both the purchase and laundering costs are deductible. Laundry expenses up to $150 per year can be claimed without individual receipts under the ATO's record-keeping concession.

Can nurses and carers claim self-education and CPD expenses?

Yes. Self-education and professional development expenses are deductible if the course or training directly relates to your current nursing or care role. This includes CPD courses, post-graduate nursing studies, and professional development required for AHPRA registration renewal.

Can nurses claim union and professional association fees?

Yes. Union fees — including the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (ANMF) — and professional association membership fees are fully deductible. These are ongoing employment-related expenses the ATO permits as deductions in full.

Can nurses claim work-related tools like stethoscopes and FOB watches?

Yes. Work-related equipment including stethoscopes, FOB watches, thermometers, torches, and batteries are deductible. Items costing $300 or less can be claimed in full in the year of purchase. Items over $300 must be depreciated over their effective life.

Can nurses claim car travel between patients or hospital campuses?

Yes. Motor vehicle travel between two workplaces, between patients, or for work-related errands (such as collecting medical supplies) is deductible. The ATO cents-per-kilometre rate is 92 cents per kilometre for 2024–25. Travel from home to your primary workplace is not deductible.

How much does GoTax charge for a nurse or carer tax return?

GoTax charges a fixed $65 for a Full Individual Tax Return, which covers nurses, midwives, aged care workers, and community carers. Every return is reviewed by a Chartered Accountant before lodgement with the ATO. GoTax is registered with the Tax Practitioners Board, TPB Registration 25498770.

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Common Tax Deductions for Nurses, Midwives & Carers

Tax Deduction	Examples
Uniforms & Laundry	Scrubs, branded uniforms, washing costs
AHPRA Registration	Annual registration fees
Union Fees	Professional associations and unions
Self-Education	CPD courses, seminars and training
Equipment	Stethoscopes, watches, medical bags
Phone & Internet	Work-related use
Protective Equipment	PPE purchased personally
Travel Between Workplaces	Approved work-related travel
Income Protection Insurance	Policy premiums

Biggest Tax Mistakes Nurses Make

Missing AHPRA Registration Fees

One of the most commonly forgotten tax deductions.

Forgetting Laundry Claims

Uniform washing costs add up over a year.

Claiming Home-To-Work Travel

Most nurses cannot claim travel from home to their regular workplace.

Throwing Away Receipts

The ATO loves records. Keep them.

Missing Self-Education Costs

Professional development expenses are often overlooked.

Nurses vs Office Workers

Expense	Nurses	Office Workers
AHPRA Registration	✓	✗
Medical Equipment	✓	✗
Scrubs & Uniforms	✓	Usually ✗
Protective Equipment	✓	Rarely
Professional Training	✓	✓

Frequently Asked Questions

Can nurses claim AHPRA registration fees?

Yes. Annual registration fees required to maintain your nursing registration are generally tax deductible.

Can nurses claim scrubs?

Yes. Compulsory uniforms and associated laundry expenses are generally deductible.

Can nurses claim shoes?

Protective footwear required for your role may be deductible.

Can nurses claim a stethoscope?

Yes. Work-related equipment used to earn your income is generally deductible.

Can nurses claim travel?

Travel between workplaces may be deductible. Travel from home to your normal workplace generally is not.

Can nurses claim self-education expenses?

Training directly related to your current role may be deductible.

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