LeonardS
Expert Alumni

Deductions & credits

Yes, you may deduct your commuting miles when you are self-employed without having the home office deduction.  Both are a consideration for self-employed individuals but one is not contingent on the other they are separate items.  The post by @HelenC21 is correct as to delivery drivers deducting commuting mileage,

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