Claim reimbursement of relocation expenses from employer?

[ManasaRP]

Hi,

Is there provision for employees to claim a tax free reimbursement/ reimbursement of relocating expenses from their employer?

[Anil]

Income tax on relocation allowance is exempt from certain taxes arising due to additional expenses incurred by relocating to a new place. Read more in these articles.

[Ankit]

Hi,

If you are paying it as Reimbursement on actual bills submission and not allowance, then the same is tax free.