The Chasers Channel - Empowering Small Business Owners to Achieve the Dreams They Are Chasing!
The Chasers Channel - Empowering Small Business Owners to Achieve the Dreams They Are Chasing!
Chris Beks
TCC 108 - How to Claim Overseas Travel as a Tax Deduction
7 minutes Posted Mar 28, 2026 at 11:00 pm.
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In this episode of The Chasers Channel, host Chris Beks—dives into the complexities of navigating ATO rules for international business travel.

Many entrepreneurs treat overseas trips as a "grey area," but this episode strips away the guesswork to show you how to turn a boarding pass into a legitimate business deduction.

Understand why the ATO ignores your "vibes" and focuses strictly on the primary purpose of your trip—maintaining or expanding professional knowledge.

The 100% Airfare Myth: Learn the specific conditions under which you can claim your entire flight cost versus when you must apportion expenses for private side-trips.

The "Plus One" Reality Check: Discover the tax implications of bringing a partner or family member along and how to handle shared costs like hotel rooms.

Building Watertight Evidence: Get the breakdown on mandatory documentation, including the "Travel Diary" requirement for trips lasting six nights or more.

Avoiding the "Incidental Trap": Why a 60-minute meeting in London won't justify a three-week European holiday in the eyes of the taxman.