Get your taxes done using TurboTax

To report per diem in TurboTax:

  • Type in 2106 in the search box, top right of your screen, then click the magnifying glass

  • Click the jump to 2106 link in the search results.

  • Follow the prompts and onscreen instructions

  • On the Do Any of These Uncommon Situations Apply to Your Job? screen, check the You are in the transportation industry checkbox and click Continue.

  • You will arrive at the Any Other Expenses? screen.

  •  On this screen, enter your unreimbursed DOT per diem in the field Meal expenses covered by Department of Transportation Rules (enter your total meal expenses here) field.