Airport Lounge Membership – What Can I Claim?
You may be able to salary package the cost of an airport lounge membership when the membership has been paid for by you and this benefit is offered by your employer.
What you can claim
- Airport lounge membership fees paid by you
What you can't claim
- Airport lounge memberships not paid for by you
- Purchases made inside airports or airport lounges, such as food, drinks, retail purchases or other travel expenses
Documentation Requirements
What documents do I need?
You’ll need documentation that shows the airport lounge membership fee, the membership provider, the member's name, the amount charged and the date of purchase.
What proof of payment can I provide?
Proof of payment may be required if the receipt or invoice does not show that the amount has been paid in full. This may include a receipt, bank statement or other payment evidence.
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Examples
Can I salary package my airport lounge membership?
Emily paid the fee for an airport lounge membership and has documentation showing the membership and payment details. Airport lounge memberships may be an eligible expense, so Emily can submit a claim as long as she provides a copy of the tax invoice along with proof of payment.*
Can I claim a membership paid by my spouse?
Noah has an airport lounge membership that was paid for by his spouse. Airport lounge memberships must be paid directly by the claimant to be eligible, so Noah cannot submit a claim for this expense.*
Can I claim food or drinks bought inside the airport lounge?
Sophia purchased food and drinks while visiting an airport lounge. Purchases made inside airports or airport lounges are not an eligible expense under this benefit, so Sophia cannot submit a claim for these expenses.*