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Last updated 23 October 2026. Written by the Limited Company Accountant UK team, part of Accotax. Figures are for the 2026/27 tax year; always check GOV.UK for the latest rates.
Short answer: Not as a business cost. Personal expenses paid by the company are usually treated as a director’s loan or a taxable benefit in kind, with extra tax and National Insurance. Only costs incurred wholly and exclusively for business are allowable.
At a glance
| Business costs | Allowable |
|---|---|
| Personal costs | Director’s loan or benefit in kind |
| Reported on | P11D or director’s loan account |
What happens to personal spending
Either you repay the company, it is recorded as a director’s loan, or it is reported to HMRC as a benefit with tax and Class 1A National Insurance to pay.
Mixed-use items
Phones, cars and home costs often have both uses, so only the business share is allowable.
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The bottom line
Not as a business cost. If you would rather not do it alone, our fixed fees start at £45.83 + VAT a month.
Frequently asked questions
Can I put my personal shopping through the company?
No. It creates tax and reporting problems.
What if I paid something personal by mistake?
Repay it or record it on your director’s loan account promptly.
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